"…I can see what is hidden. In individuals. In things. In this world itself," Ayana said. Her gaze flicked toward Askara and Anggana, only to dart away again. Her voice trembled. "I… I can see a powerful presence. Behind the two princes. Its monstrous aura… It's watching. Even now"
Askara tilted his head, curiosity sparking. "Just watching?"
Ayana shook her head. "No… not just watching. Guarding. I don't know about others, Princess… but behind you, Prince Askara… and you, Prince Anggana… It's the same. The same presence. I need to stand close to see it, otherwise, it's hidden"
The brothers exchanged a sharp glance. They didn't speak, but the silent recognition in their eyes said enough. They had a guess who she meant, but they weren't certain.
Anggana broke the silence. "That's all? What else can you see?"
Ayana hesitated, then whispered, "I can see what others hide. Their fear. Their secrets. Their true selves"
At that, Askara instinctively stepped back. Anggana mirrored him.
