"What changed then?" Arin questioned.
"The evil servants of the Radiant Betrayer destroyed the Keeper of Thread's sacred sanctuaries, spreading their light like a wildfire, scorching everything it touched. We, the caretakers of his legacy, had no alternative but to flee in order to save what little of our species remained. Seeking refuge, we fled into the ancient forest. Its shadows provided a haven for us who were thrown out. We have lived here, among the whispering woods, for generations, hidden but unbroken, keeping the threads of his wisdom and hoping to rise again.", she answered in one breath.
Her description matched what the Zealots of Malkurt had done with his Dread Father and his temple and followers. Arin thought maybe that was why he felt connected to her. He decided to know more about the Veiled One she was referring to. But he decided to let her continue.
