She did not notice that the smile on Prince Kael's face, hidden from her view, was brighter than ever.
It was a smile born straight from the heart, the kind of joy that could not be concealed even if one tried. It was as though every part of him was laughing, his eyes gleaming with unguarded happiness.
Behind them, Black and White exchanged puzzled looks.
Wasn't their master supposed to go and settle accounts with Cassian?
How had a few vague words from Prince Kael turned into a quiet return to the dormitory? Did this mean that Prince Kael had already handled everything?
"Darling," Prince Kael said softly when they reached the door, his voice low and gentle, like warm seawater reaching her legs, "rest early. You must be tired."
Only then did Zora snap out of the lingering haze.
She looked at him, nodded once, and replied calmly, "You should rest early, too."
