I Am Staying

The storm had intensified and it was more than a day of them having stuck there under the dome.

"Are you sure about this Razial?" Siroos asked, he didn't wish to abandon his companion.

"I am. You people will return fresh and we can continue our journey." Razial was confident in his abilities. The cold bothered him the least, anyway.

Faris stepped forward and held Razial's shoulders. 

"I apologise for how I treated you in the past, you are a great man." 

The man with the blue eyes smiled at Faris and gave him an understanding nod.

"All in the past, go get some proper sleep."

"Thank you, Commander Razial. We will bring you back fresh food," Cassandra promised. 

Razial nodded and turned towards Lotus, she remained seated near the tree, making no effort to move. 

"Can I have your ring?" He requested, extending his hand.

She lifted her head and watched him in confusion.