Elric smiled at the beautiful red haired woman who was sitting across from him in a carriage heading back to Meria. Even though she hadn't spoken to him at all the entire journey he was more than happy that she was with him once again, and not with Gareth. For now this was good enough for Elric, her love for him would blossom yet again soon enough.
"It's rather cold today," the silver haired king spoke, "and you didn't carry a cloak. Why don't you sit next to me and I can keep you warm."
Melissa turned to look at Elric, she couldn't believe this man even had the audacity to flirt with her after everything he had done. Was he some king of sociopath?!
"Thank you but I'm alright," she replied and turned back to look out the window.
"It's been a long journey.." Elric slowly started reaching for her hand. "You must be stressed and sore from sitting so long, why don't you come and lean on-"