Heyo, here's chapter two of my short story; there are two more chapters after this one. Also this story is meant to be short and sweet so the length doesn't really concern me, that's why none of these chapters are very long. Anyway enjoy.

Chapter 2

Dunban roamed the halls without any destination in mind. Dinner had been lovely, but afterwards he found himself too restless for sleep. Thinking some fresh air would do him good he made his way to the gates of the palace, nodding at a guard he passed by. Leaning on great balcony that overlooked the city he relished the moment. Few were privileged to witness the city from this high up and even fewer witnessed it at night. He looked out as the twinkling of the ether lamps below gave the city a comforting glow that reminded him of colony nine. He could even see the stars shining across the sky and remembered how the group often took to camping out under the stars. The lights shining beacons of hope even when they were feeling down. This view, however, was nothing compared to how it looked from Eryth sea. He closed his eyes and took a deep breath; the air was still but crisp and it made him wonder if anyone in Alcamoth had ever experienced something as simple as a breeze. He pondered on this for a bit before he felt a presence behind him and smiled.

"You are welcome to join me Melia."

There was a slight rustle of silk and soft footsteps as she took her place beside him; gently placing her hands on the balcony.

"I presume you cannot sleep?"

He nodded.

The question answered they both remained there, each content in the others presence as neither felt the need to disrupt the atmosphere. The only sound was their steady breathing that seemed to synchronize as the time passed. Finally Melia broke the silence.

"I have arranged to meet with the head healers tomorrow."

He gave a low hmm in response.

"Do not worry Dunban we will find a way to heal you."

A playful smile rested on his face and his eyes lit up in amusement.

"I have no doubt."

Had he looked over he would have seen her face turn a light shade of pink before resuming its normal pallor. Deeming that she had better rest she turned on her heel before thinking better of it.

"Try to get some sleep Dunban I will have someone send for you in the morning so we can discuss your treatment."

Giving him a curtsy she headed towards the elaborate pillars that marked the entrance to the palace. Unbeknownst to her his eyes followed her retreating form. At last when she was finally out of sight he let out a small sigh and rubbed his forehead.

"You fool, why do you tempt yourself with something you can't have?"

Taking one last deep breath of the outside air he headed back to his room, making sure to take the longest route.

So how was it? I've been working on descriptions lately and I hope they've gotten better.