"I can't believe you're leaving already," Morvienne whispered, her voice filled with sadness as she wrapped her arms tightly around Thalira, pulling her into a tight hug.

"Me too," Thalira murmured, hugging her back just as tightly. After a long moment, she pulled back slightly, her eyes searching Morvienne's. "Don't worry, we'll definitely see each other again, right?"

Morvienne managed a soft smile and nodded. "Definitely."

A few days had passed since her emotional collapse. She had made her decision, and today was the day Thalira was leaving.

As they made their way through the hallway toward the front door, Kael stepped forward, his expression composed, but his eyes were...