Chapter 330.2
“Kasser.”
Had tension gripped her throughout? A rush of relief surged through Eugene, followed by laughter. Though only a few days had passed, the absence of his embrace had been deeply felt.
“Is this the border?” she asked Kasser.
“No,” replied Kasser. “You were a bit late, so I decided to come search for you.”
His hold on Eugene tightened, his hands tracing tender patterns on her face before placing kisses on various spots, then drawing her close once more.
“Why didn’t you ride Abu? Is the saddle uncomfortable?” he asked.
“No, it’s not that. Abu’s back was swaying quite a bit. I got motion sickness, so I had to disembark.” Eugene leaned against him, a hint of playfulness in her demeanor. “I’m so sleepy. I could just collapse and doze off right here.”
“Well then, let’s ride Abu. Oh, wait, you mentioned motion sickness.”
Kasser pivoted, lowering his posture, signaling for her to clamber onto his back.