Chasing (4)

Much to Vera's surprise, Neven didn't find it difficult to play the part of an enchanted poor man. She knew he was just playing even though her magic was real.

Somehow, his aura protected him. But hers mixed in, blending in his golden energy. She could see the same effect he had on hers, and it made her happy. Even though her aura was ugly, it felt nice to know it could transform his. And the final effect wasn't so bad, all in all. The black lines surrounded him like jolts, very light and almost frail against his powerful aura. It made her feel connected, and it heartened her that their exchange was not just in one way.

Too bad that it was for a moment of emergency. She couldn't afford to spend so much energy every day to keep him... marked?

«Let's go,» she whispered once she was done, and he hugged her waist and pushed her against him.