Mikhailis followed Serelith out of his chamber, his eyes wandering over her confident stride. Behind them, Lira trailed in her usual silent manner, her gaze occasionally flicking toward him, a subtle warmth still present on her cheeks from their recent encounter. The cool night air of the castle hallway greeted them, the dark, polished stone of the walls reflecting the flickering light of the sconces.
"So, where exactly are we headed?" Mikhailis asked, unable to hide the curiosity lacing his voice. Serelith looked back at him, her mischievous smile in place.
"Are we using a Darkwood portal?" Lira asked, her voice measured, a trace of hesitation woven through her tone.
Serelith's smile widened, and she turned her head forward, taking a deep breath before responding. "Something like that."
Mikhailis's eyebrows shot up, intrigued. "Now, this is something new."