Shady

She wanted to be irritated with him. And yet she couldn’t manage it. Which made her irritated with herself instead. What was wrong with her? This wasn’t like her. She ...

Pratik smiled slightly at that, equally flattered that Rickard was comfortable around him. It was hit or miss with people, whether they felt safe enough around him to sleep. Most ...

“Oh… makes sense.” Ky nodded. “I’d also be wary of letting strangers into my home I think, if I had one. It’s reasonable.”

Pratik grinned, relaxing even more into the chair. Rickard really was a calming presence. Pratik usually didn’t actually relax in front of anyone. It was usually a carefully constructed act ...

“He seems very kind.” Absolutely terrifying. But. Well. He was providing free medical care. And humble enough she didn’t even notice he was the Lord of the Keep at first. ...

“Beirania,” she said simply, as if it was obvious. Deep down she was aware that Earthlings, on the whole, were not aware of the other Realms. But she sure didn’t ...

"Yes, sir," Ky confirmed with a nod as she strode after him. "He came by the infirmary the morning after we arrived."

"I was born old." Pratik laughed. "And yet act like I'm four. It's truly an art form."

Jerica scoffed, looking disdainful as she glanced around the room. “We’re not from Earth . Plebs.” Rek furrowed his brow at her. “Jer.” It wasn’t a fantastic plan to insult ...

“Hm… I guess both,” he said thoughtfully. “I meant now. But you’re right — I’m tired in general, too… it’s taking its toll.”

“Until it’s time to come back up.” Ky grinned, stepping fully out of her room and shutting the door behind her. She stepped to the side to be out of ...

“Heh.” Pratik looked at him with a tired grin. “Deep.”

“I think so, yeah!” Ky nodded once. “…I may need to go a little slow, though. So… I understand if that’s, uh, I mean. I know that may be frustrating. ...

Pratik took a deep breath then sighed and rubbed his face. “I’m tired.”

“I’ve got nothing else planned.” Ky shrugged, hoping he wouldn’t force her to give an explicit yes.