Heart Of Yggdrasil [Prelude]

"Hmm♪ hmm♪"

In the garden sprawling below the World Tree Yggdrasil, a breathtaking high elf paced gracefully through the garden, her soft humming filling the air.

Her long, cascading hair—a delicate blend of golden blonde streaked with subtle olive—gently cradled a tiny baby in her arms.

"Uwaa," the baby's soft cry broke the serene melody, his small hands reaching out.

"Are you awake?" Nerissa whispered, her voice warm as she leaned closer. "Morning, sleepyhead."

"Uwaa."

"It's Mama~," she crooned, her tone teasing as though coaxing him to speak. "Can you say 'Mama' for me?"

"Uwaa."

"Are you still asleep?" Nerissa gently asked, bringing him close to her. "Will a kiss wake you up?"

She gently kissed his head and cheek.

"Uwaa."

The baby boy giggled softly, making Nerissa kiss him more.