Chapter 265

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“I haven’t surrendered to it yet,” Maya said, her voice steady. If she was lost in thought, she wasn’t truly present. Hada, the fairy who left the kingdom of the fairies, had been a part of their family. There was only one way to save her life. That was right; she wanted to separate something. “Go see it,” she urged, her tone firm. “Are you dying?” Cassian asked, concern etched on his face. “I don’t like the idea of doing it, but I think it’s necessary. He knows a lot of things; maybe he can help me find a solution.” “I suppose that’s true,” Cassian replied, his brow furrowing.
“I know it can seem foolish, but I haven’t surrendered. I promise you that.” “I’m glad to see you’re not like that,” she said, a small smile breaking through her worry. After having a lengthy audience with Barto, Maya sought out Cassian, who was in the king’s workshop, engrossed in reading. She approached his desk, where he sat with a cup of water. “How are you?” she asked softly. “Good,” he replied, looking up at her. “Are you safe?” “Yes, I don’t feel tired or fatigued. I feel wonderful.” Cassian reached out to caress Maya’s hair, his fingers gentle. “I asked Sirius to come to the palace.
Maybe he can help us.” “Actually, we need to talk about that. I’ve been thinking about what you want, my priest. You want to separate as a way to help me, don’t you?” “What have I thought about the wrath of Gr Temem?” he asked, his tone serious. “How about Farell?” “Yes, I will go with Barto and return in a couple of days.” “Can’t you ask your priest to come to the palace? Or should you travel instead?” “My priest won’t come unless he reads the signs, and I don’t want to send him a message. I need to tell him in person. Right now, I am-” “Maya, tell me! Use your magic.
If you don’t go now, it will be too late.” Cassian couldn’t leave the palace alone since his brother wasn’t there, and he had promised to take responsibility while he was gone. But in that moment, he regretted his words; all he wanted was to dress up and go wherever Maya went. Maya gave him a gentle kiss and said, “If you can’t go with me, you must stay here, taking care of the palace until Abril and your brother return. But you don’t have to worry so much. You’ll go with Barto as soon as I’m fine.” Cassian embraced her fiercely.
“I hate the idea of us separating.” “I like it too, but I can’t do nothing. You are my priest, and you have to do what’s necessary.” “Will you really be fine?” “Yes, as long as you don’t worry. We will only be apart for a few days.” “When do you plan to go?” “I had thought of leaving tomorrow morning. Does that sound good to you?” Cassian wanted to argue, to insist that she wait, but he couldn’t bear the thought of her life hanging in the balance. “Yes, that seems fine to me.” “It’s been a while since we had a moment like this.
Invite me to something nice, something romantic.” “Then what do you suggest?” Cassian asked, his mind racing. Maya, impatient, said, “Well, if you can’t think of a place, we can go to the city and eat something delicious.” “No, I’m sure we’re going somewhere special.” “What is it?” she asked, excitement lighting up her eyes. Cassian heard her rise from her seat and, lifting her from the water, set her down gently on the floor. “You’ll see,” he promised, taking her hand and leading her to the lake. There, a boat awaited them, its curtains billowing in the breeze.
He climbed in first, extending his hand to her. “Give me your hand, my lady,” he said, his voice warm. Every time he treated her like a noble lady, she couldn’t help but find it charming, even if it felt a bit corny. “Shall we take a walk around this beautiful lake and watch the sunset?” he suggested. Maya took his hand, a big smile lighting up her face. “Of course, my priest. Take me wherever you wish.” As they sailed across the lake, Cassian held her hand, and as he caught sight of their reflections in the water, he felt a profound sense of peace and tranquility.
He wished that day could last an eternity, that it would never end. Cassian stopped the boat in the center of the lake, just as the sun began to dip below the horizon. They sat in silence, enjoying the moment without needing to speak. When the sun finally set, Maya broke the silence. “We should go back.” “The sunset wasn’t what I wanted to show you,” he replied. “Then what was it?” she asked, curiosity piqued. “Ready to let you know,” he said, his voice low.
“Why don’t you just tell me?” “Because it wouldn’t make sense until it’s completely dark.” Maya leaned against Cassian’s chest, feeling the steady rhythm of his heartbeat. “We often have moments like this, where we are not just you and I, but where we truly exist together,” she mused. “It’s true,” he agreed. “When we come back, we should repeat this. Bring me to this lake, and we will exist here as if we are the only two in the world.” “We should make a habit of it,” he said, smiling. “Is it coming to the lake?” “No, it’s about us thinking together.” “That seems like your idea,” she teased.
“Then kiss me,” she whispered. Cassian leaned in, pressing a soft kiss to her lips, a mere brush of contact. But it wasn’t enough for him. “That’s not the kiss I wanted, Cassian,” she said, her eyes sparkling with mischief. “I want something real.” Cassian took her face in his hands and pressed his lips against hers again. This time, it was soft at first, but grew stronger and more assured with every passing moment. Their tongues intertwined, breaths mingling as Cassian deepened the kiss until Maya pulled away, breathless.
“And if it’s a real kiss, that’s what I wanted,” she said, her voice a whisper. “I keep wishing for it.” “As you wish, my lady,” he replied, a smile playing on his lips.