The ship's engines whirred to life the moment Nova and Malrik stepped inside. The artificial lighting cast a cool glow across the metallic walls as the door sealed shut behind them.
Nova barely gave Malrik time to catch his breath.
"Nyx. Take off. Immediately."
A gentle hum vibrated through the floor as Nyx responded.
"Took you long enough. Do you want me to do a little more damage before we part ways with this charming rock?"
Nova paused by the control panel, fingers gliding across its surface.
"No. That won't be necessary."
"You sure? The Queen did try to use you and chain you here. Would be a shame if we left without leaving a mark."
Nyx's voice held a teasing edge.
Nova's eyes glinted.
"She'll find the other 'gifts' I left behind soon enough."
Malrik, leaning against the wall behind him, narrowed his eyes.
"What kind of gifts?"
Nova turned slightly.
The smile on his face was… unsettling.
Malrik immediately raised his hands.
