Some Secret Surprise

Drystan and Ercilia seem to be hitting it pretty well, Meir noticed.

Apparently, something has changed between them. It's easy to tell even for a mere eight-year-old, especially when they keep giving each other that 'kind' of look. Understanding the meaning behind it is a different story, however. 

He isn't old enough to comprehend, but whatever it may be that Drystan and Ercilia are onto for the past couple of days, he's mature enough to investigate. 

"Did something good happen, Cil?" he had questioned the woman one time.

"What makes you ask?" she had responded, regarding the boy with confusion. 

"It's just that you look very happy right now."

"Well, I enjoy spending time with you, Meir."

He's not sure if she didn't get what he meant or if she's telling the truth, but either way, he's glad to know that he's part of the reason why she's been smiling more often. Still, this wasn't enough to satisfy him, so he decided to prod some more.