Chapter 7

“Hey. You four. Scram. She’s out of your league and you know it.” I was also out of their league, or at least in a punch-off. Besides, I would’ve had fun seeing what Aria could pull off as a mage.

If I had been with anyone else they would’ve gone down with a play fight. This time though, they ran off without a second word. Either they didn’t want to discover how a mage beat up people, or they figured Aria was out of their league anyways. Or both.

“Let’s get back to the inn. I think you’ve had enough fun at my expense.” Aria nodded as the two of us set off.

The evening sun bathed the town in shades of yellow and orange. I felt a soft, but cold touch on my arm. At first, it surprised me. That is, until I turned to Aria. My heart skipped a few beats and she gave me a knowing smile. Her arms wrapped around mine.

Bless you Aria, but my heart’s not going to survive when you’re gone. 2: Adventure!

“Charlotte! Could you grab us another hot plate?”

“Yeah! Give me a moment sir!”