City Anniversary

"Another event is coming up?" Lukas asked in surprise.

While stuck in work and checking out invitations manually, Lukas couldn't help but say something at last. He hadn't been to many events, but the letters they were inserting into envelopes were far more abundant than the previous event involving the tribute to fallen hunters.

"Yes, it's the anniversary of the city–the Blood Moon where we triumphed over our foes and pushed them back away from our lands." Lily pursed her lips and poked Lukas' cheek. "You're not very good at memory or lessons at all, are you?"

The two of them were stuck in the office, both seated beside each other at that moment as they conversed lightly. Lily was giving him a cute smile, looking adorable with her hair currently braided as she gave him a look.

"Not at all. I'm not a very good student." Lukas confessed.

And it was true. Even back in his human self–

Lukas' expression faltered slightly. Lily's brows furrowed together as she touched his arm.