Chapter 20: Northern Lights

Skylar raised a fist to knock on Illyra’s door and paused. What could he say to her after their last conversation? He tried to knock and then stopped again. He anticipated she’d open the door and then shut it in his face immediately. It was what he deserved.

Gathering his nerve Skylar went to knock but the door ripped open.

“Oh…” Illyra gasped and stepped back.

“Heading out?” Skylar questioned, dropping his fist quickly.

“I was… um… yeah. Sabriel’s waiting for me,” she said. Her cheeks reddened and she wouldn’t mee this gaze.

Skylar smirked. “She can wait. We’re going on a ride.”

“Um… why?” Illyra asked, eyes narrowing. She crossed her arms.

“I want to show you something. Now hurry up, we don’t have much time, and bring a cape, it is cold tonight,” he demanded.

Illyra’s shoulders drooped. She sighed and disappeared back into her room for a moment.