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“Promise me, Ominis.” Sebastian raised his tone, which could barely be considered a whisper at this point. There was no reason to whisper, they were in the undercroft, yet something stopped him from speaking properly, almost as if he was afraid his voice could shatter the delicate agreement he was trying to conclude with his best friend.
“I-” Ominis tried to get a word in, his expression echoing the discontent and insecurity he felt.
“Please, Ominis. Promise me,” Sebastian pleaded, reaching for his friend’s hand, squeezing it just so slightly. Ominis knew he would give in, regardless of how badly he didn’t want to. Sebastian was family, and he was willing to do anything to ensure he did not lose him.
Ominis pulled his hand away from Sebastian, whose expression grew even more desperate. “Of course. I promise. Nobody will ever find out. This topic dies here.”
“Thank you,” Sebastian exhaled in relief, his body loosening immediately, “I am sorry.”
“Don’t apologise. This is equally my fault as it is yours,” Sebastian noticed the finality in Ominis’ tone. This was it. His nightmare was over. Everything would be okay.