The tavern had that warm, inviting atmosphere, the kind that made you feel like you were coming home after a long journey.
A low hum of conversation filled the air, punctuated by the clink of mugs and the occasional burst of laughter.
A few customers sat around wooden tables, feasting on hearty meals, while the fire crackled merrily in the hearth. Kai's stomach rumbled, betraying how hungry he truly was.
He glanced sideways at Kiara, who stood with an almost mischievous glint in her eyes.
She'd noticed the sound, of course — Kiara never missed anything when it came to teasing him.
Her grin widened as she turned to face him. "Don't worry, we'll get something to eat soon," she said, her voice light, yet full of the playful tone that made it hard to tell whether she was teasing or being serious.