Mira's offer

Erik moved effortlessly through the tables, never looking away from Mira. As he approached, he cleared his throat to announce his presence. "Long time no see," he said, his voice low but clear in the background noise.

Mira's head lifted as he spoke, her gaze meeting his. Her eyes briefly flashed in recognition and then in surprise. "Erik!" she exclaimed, her smile widening and lighting up her face.

"How are you?" she inquired, her voice filled with genuine interest.

Erik's mind flashed back to their first and last adventure together, a chaotic battle in the woods that had resulted in Aiden being knocked out cold. The situation back then was severe, but Erik couldn't help but slightly grin as he recalled how Aiden got knocked out cold.

"How's Aiden?" he inquired, his voice light with joy. "Still unconscious after that fight in the forest?"

Mira's laughter rang out, a bright, clear sound contrasting sharply with the inn's low, bustling noise.