Troublesome

*Adis had heard enough and dragged *Haru back to the spring villa before the enemy could feel their presence again. As soon as they passed through the enormous double doors, he took his wife to the empty guest chamber.

"*Haru, have a rest for a bit. We will leave in four hours," he commanded and kissed her forehead. "And please do me a favor, love. DO NOT LEAVE this room, you hear me?" He put emphasis on every word with great fervor.

*Haru fell silent for a brief moment then nodded her head and smiled softly. "Okay. Please take care, alright?"

His eyes softened at her usual reaction. He couldn't help himself and suddenly pinched her cheeks. "You never changed. You still do things I ask you to do without even questioning me. Just like what you promised in the spring of Isis."

"I am your wife. I should be the first person to believe you. Besides, I know you will spill it out eventually. I just have to be patient about it," she confidently declared.