50

Nerthus

Lifting the fabric of my gown lightly, I get onto the terrace. I hug myself instantaneously as the cold breeze kisses my skin painfully.

While I step forward to the glass railing, I can hear the people around me chatting happily. The glasses clink, and the banquet staff serve small but still exclusive treats. I caress a strand of my hair behind my ear, fighting against the upcoming wind.

“What a view. Who the hell would leave such a beauty all by herself?”

I chuckle as I face the blonde sunny boy who is trying to hit on me. “My companion was just called for urgent business, so… there is no need to worry about me.”

“Aaah.” He flashes me his pearly whites, tilting his head at me. “What a lucky companion.”

Mirroring his smile, I turn to walk away, making him shout after me. “Hey, you didn’t even tell me your name.”

“I’m sure you will be fine, even without it.”

I step into the warm banquet hall and smile as I find Arawn standing in the corner. As soon as I have reached him with fa