The wheel of joy (1)

The two of them sat opposite each other in Dio's chamber while Nandinah sat aside, staring down nervously at her entwined fingers.

"You see, I do not mean any harm towards you my friend," Dio began. "All I request from you is a favour. It may seem selfish or somewhat way too early to be making such request to a stranger but you can count on us to repay you."

"What do you want exactly?" Max asked. He was starting to wonder if this was part of Arrenius' trial.

Dio sighed. "We celebrate Dallak every year in good health and joy. You were able to witness the smiles on our faces and even how happily we danced and celebrated. Do you know why?"

"Why?"