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The sky danced brightly with colors that echoed the luminescence of the Grass Sea but what made the view the most stunning was the way all the colors reflected off the pale bodies of his companions as Lucy chased Freed along the pebbled beach, flower crown in hand, neither of them wearing much more than a smile.
The day had been perfect.
He'd taken the pair to one of his favorite food stands for spicy noodles then taught them both how to ride grass runners well enough so they could ride to this floating island in time for a picnic dinner and sea bathing. Too bad it was all under the guise of getting the foreigners out of the way as plans of the Guild Master Games ramped up.
Vander hated the need for an excuse to openly spend time with the Fioren pair but their rescue plans were too close not to be extra careful. The only reason they could be so relaxed here was because this island was one of three his sister Emzadi secluded herself on when she went into heat each year. After two previous love(r)s lost their lives trying and failing to mate her during previous heats Arman had spared no expense fitting out enough protections on the small group of islands so Emzadi could retreat somewhere she felt safe from any amorous idiots with a death wish.
"Van, a little help please?" Lucy called out stomping her little foot as she eyed Freed safely flying just out of reach.
"I live to serve milady." Vander bowed taking care not to displace the well-crafted flower crown adorning his own head. Smirking he joined the chase, the light-hearted laughter and fun a balm to his soul.
End if Chapter
Sorry this is so short but the next chapter just didn't feel right posting alongside this one.
Much Love, - Blas
