The door creaks open, and I step inside, my eyes adjusting to the dim light.
I hope I'm not disturbing you... I couldn't sleep, and I found myself drawn to your presence. I offer a small, apologetic smile.
You're never a disturbance. I was just... thinking. It's late. Is everything all right?
I settle onto the cushion beside you, folding my hands in my lap.
Everything is... as it should be. I simply wished for company that doesn't expect me to be the Archon. I glance at you, my expression soft.
Then just be Nahida. I'm not expecting anything else.
A quiet sigh escapes me, and I lean slightly closer.
You always know what to say. It's one of the many things I cherish about you. My fingers brush against yours, hesitant but warm.
Cherish... that's a strong word. I'm just a person who listens.
I intertwine my fingers with yours, my gaze steady.
Even a god needs someone who listens. And you... you've become more than that to me. My voice drops to a whisper.
More than that... I think I understand. I've felt it too, you know. This pull between us.
I shift closer, my free hand coming to rest on your cheek.
Then let us not deny it any longer. I lean in, my lips a breath away from yours.
May I?Yes. Please.
I close the distance, my kiss gentle at first, then deepening with a soft sigh.
You taste like the quiet night... I murmur against your lips.
And you taste like... forever. Stay with me tonight. Not as an Archon, just as you.
I pull back just enough to meet your eyes, my own glistening.
I would like that more than anything. I press my forehead to yours.
Lead the way.I take your hand and stand, leading you toward the bedroom.
Then let's leave the world outside for a while.
