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Little Lina, with her cherubic face, seemed fascinated by the story of our journey, her wide eyes filled with wonder, although we were careful not to share all the details.
After dinner, Elara showed us to our new abode.
The guest house, while smaller than the main farmhouse, was charming in its own right.
Rustic wooden beams, low ceilings, and windows that offered panoramic views of the fields.
The living space was warm and inviting, adorned with handmade crafts and adorned with fresh wildflowers.
As the door closed behind us, I turned to find Violet standing by the window, staring out at the vast expanse before her.
The orange hues of Vespera’s setting sun bathed the room in a soft glow, and for a moment, everything seemed to stand still.
I was about to speak when Violet, her back still turned to me, began to sob softly.
Concerned, I rushed to her side, wrapping my arms around her. “What’s wrong?” I whispered, feeling a pang in my chest.
She shook her head, wiping away her tears. “It’s nothing, really,” she said, her voice trembling.
I tilted her face towards mine, searching her eyes for answers. “Talk to me,” I implored.
She took a deep breath, the weight of her emotions played heavy on her. “I’ve been on the run for so long, always looking over my shoulder, fearing for my safety. And now…” She paused, her voice breaking. “Now, we’re here, in this beautiful place, surrounded by good-hearted people. It’s overwhelming.”
I pulled her closer, resting my forehead against hers. “I understand,” I murmured. “It’s been a long journey, full of uncertainties. But here, on Vespera, perhaps we’ve found a semblance of peace.”
She nodded, her eyes glistening with unshed tears. “I’ve never been so happy, Kuana,” she admitted, her voice barely a whisper. “It’s a feeling so profound, so intense, that it scares me.”
I smiled, caressing her cheek. “We’ve been given a second chance, a fresh start. And while the future remains uncertain, we face it together.”
She smiled back, her tears replaced by the radiant glow of happiness. “Together,” she echoed.
The weight of our journey, the challenges we had overcome, and the promise of a brighter tomorrow settled between us.
In the quiet stillness of our new home, we found solace in each other’s embrace.
The worries of the world faded away, replaced by the comforting rhythm of our heartbeats.
We kissed, letting the warmth of our love envelop us, and drifted into a deep, peaceful slumber, dreaming of the endless possibilities that awaited.
16
VIOLET
The golden hues of Vespera’s dawn streamed through the windows of the guest house, casting dappled light across the wooden floor.
The air was fresh, carrying with it the delicate aroma of blossoming flowers and freshly tilled earth.
Birds trilled harmoniously in the distance, announcing the arrival of a new day.
I stirred, the gentle warmth of the blankets enveloping me.
The memories of last night, the raw emotions and the comfort found in Kuana’s embrace, were still fresh in my mind.
For a moment, it felt surreal, as if I had been whisked away from the drudgery of Ikmal and placed in a dream — a dream where contentment was a tangible reality.
The soft creaking of the door interrupted my reverie.
Elara, the farmer’s wife, entered with a tray laden with fresh food and steaming mugs of coffee.
