Chapter 86: Promise
The weather was bitterly cold, making it difficult to gauge the time. Noon could have already passed unnoticed amidst the biting chill. Typically, Ezekiel would have donned a thicker cloak to combat the cold. However, he surmised that it was the dragon’s power within him that allowed him to endure the chilling weather without feeling as affected.
Ezekiel lingered on the balcony with his sister Mineah, waiting for Tarah’s return. She had left early in the morning, so she should have been back by now. They were engrossed in a serious conversation when the familiar and intoxicating scent of Tarah wafted through the air, catching Ezekiel’s attention.
This time, Ezekiel felt relieved that she had no trace of the awful scent from last night, though it didn’t automatically put him in a good mood. The mere thought of that annoying scent lingering around her made him grumpy.
"Your Majesties," Tarah’s familiar voice greeted them from behind, prompting both Ezekiel and his sister to turn and greet her.
"You’re finally back," Ezekiel whispered with a frown.
"Welcome back, Tarah. Come. Let’s have you rested first. You’re probably tired from your journey," Mineah answered with a smile.
Still smiling, Mineah led Tarah through the hallways to the courtyard, where they could sit and have a cup of tea while waiting. Behind them, Ezekiel followed, seemingly lost in thought as he remained silent.
"I heard you met a friend here at Cordon?" Mineah curiously asked, catching Ezekiel’s attention. He wondered if Tarah would divulge more about this friend to Mineah, or if he would have to inquire later from Cora.
"Yes, I did. I’m a wanderer, and I’ve traveled to every kingdom before finally settling down in Ebodia as its new fated Seer," Tarah replied with a smile. "I also made a good friend in Cordon last summer. Since I’m here, I thought I should pay her a visit and spend my spare time with her."