Chapter-8

 Aadrika and Nilay crossed the borders of the night tribe and reached the land of humans. They had transformed into Akira, a water lily fairy, and her pet Nir, a small tiger. She erased her demonic aura and sustained her nature of flowers. Though they changed into a new identity she kept Nilay's demon aura but reduced its intensity. She dressed in human attire and carried Nir on a bamboo basket on her back. Their first stop was the border city of Thelas. After passing the identity check by the guards, they entered the city. Thelas's topography resembled the Night realm, with a mix of dry forests and grassland. They reached the street. It was full of people of different origins. She paused to take in the bustling atmosphere. She was brimmed with curiosity. She stood there for a while looking at the people walking all over the road.

"Lord, why are you not moving?" The inner voice of Nilay can only be heard by her. Though they were speaking, there was no sound nor was their lips moving.

"It's different..."

"What different? Our streets of Night realm are much more bustling."

"Maybe this is the first time I am enjoying the roads without any responsibility." 

She smiled and continued her tour. After two day of travel, they lodged at night. 

"Lord after Thales, we are going to the Hana. Thales was a borderland and the people here were either foreigners or the family of the army stationed. Hana is different. Lord... be prepared, you are going to enjoy a shock."

"Nilay, I think you are saying it on purpose that you frequently visit the human realm... I guess... after returning I can restrict the upper general's travel quota."

"Lord... no... don't..."

"Hmmm..."

"By the way, I wanted to ask you, what will be your last destination on this journey?"

"I guess... the capital city will be the end."