On Cloud Nine**

Another morning came, and Xenia stirred as soon as she felt the cold breeze running against her skin. Gently opening her eyes, she frowned as she saw that the bed was empty. No wonder she felt cold then, Darius's warmth wasn't around her at the moment… his arms and presence…

Although, she quickly smiled as she sat up and noticed just how naked she currently was.

"Good morning," Darius greeted her with a broad smile on her face. 

She gave him a nod, but she blinked upon seeing the parchments he currently held in his hands.

"Pluto came back with the caravan. How come that horse knows where to find you?" Darius murmured as he handed her the parchments. "I tried opening them but I couldn't. I believe the guardians had cast a spell on their letters. Also, the caravan with Pluto returned with just as many presents from the Element Forest as it did when it first went in."