My boots were soaked when I stepped on the shallow river flow. I can't keep my eyes on my steps because I have to keep an eye on Acro above who's leading the way for me in the neighborhood woods. I cross the stony river and innumerable trees. I stopped in front of a giant tree when Acro flew on top of it. I make steps backward while looking at where Acro is perched. When the distance is enough for a spurt, I dash upward on the tree defying the gravity. However, Acro's spot is too high. I almost fell down again but I managed to cling to a robust branch and hop from there. I step on another robust branch to draw closer to Acro. I never knew there was an owl nest here. And it's wide enough for me to fit in. I squinted inside and inside I saw a mini box. I sat on the branch, leaving my legs hanging, and I blew the dust from the box which means it had already taken years in this hidden nest. It's a good thing no one found it first. The very first thing I saw in the box is a lustering n

"Oh, Hessuel, you're finally awake," Dandeline approaches. She's wearing a white loose dress and drying her hair with a towel. I fake a yawn and close my eyes. She sat beside me and her dogs cuddle with her, One lie down on her lap. "Looks like your pet is sweet with you, too," she said for I'm still locking Acro in my arms. "Yes! Very… sweet." I place her on my shoulder. "I'm sorry I slept too much." "That doesn't matter. It only took you until night, not the next day." Her laugh made the sultry place worse. I lock my eyes on the furnace because her naked image appears in my head when I look at her. "So, tell me why you came here." "I— Wait, how did you know I'm coming?" "The furnace told me. It's filled with my magic for your information. It sparks to alarm me whenever a future event will happen, the scenery plays with the fire." My jaw was left hanging whilst staring at the fire. "It can show future events... How about the past?" "No, just the future." "That's great." "

When I was nine years old... I can't remember everything ever since I woke up beside a tree, save my name only and my pet owl, Acro. I sought help to feed my hungry stomach in every house I saw in the woods. But I did knock on the door of greedy men. They fed me and later sold me as a slave. They tied my hands with a rope attached to a donkey and dragged me along it. For several hours, I suffered fatigue from that seemingly endless march across the hot places. Beseeching for rest was futile. It only got colder when we arrived in a city where I became a product for merchandise. Yet I wasn't the sole slave. There were many people who looked like my skin was being sold as a slave. Fat and a lady of ornament bought me. Strangers made me afraid until in the latter, I became competitive. If I was born a slave, then I will be the greatest slave of all! There were other slaves in one master where I belong. The tasks were often too much for me. I struggle to be enthusiastic and dedicated t

It's not just about being comfortable with each other, it's about killing any symptoms of malice! There's a small portal beside her where she's putting her clothes. She told me to do the same. And it feels like I'm the only one reacting to this situation. Perhaps she didn't tell me earlier because of this possibility. I strip my coat, shirt, pants, and even my boots to put them in the enchanted portal. The clothes disappear whenever we put them there. I only have my boxer as the cover. "I hope this will suffice." "Hm, so that's your real color?" Her arms are folded when I look at her. Inevitably, I stole a glance at her body before it crawled up to her face. I'm relieved she didn't catch me because she's staring at the spots on my skin. Just a glimpse of her fair skin, bulges of her breasts, and loins electrifies me! I looked away and that's how I met Acro's menacing glare. I clear my throat. "Come here," Dandeline instructs. I stood in front of her then she snapped fingers at

I'm as excited as the kids beside me while watching the city from the raising airship through the glass wall. The neatness, the elegance, of Plandreas is salient in this perspective. I can't imagine how Cormelio lived life from here to a farmer. "We... We're truly levitating." "Seriously, is this your first time to ride an airship?" she asked with her arms folded. I answer, "Yes." "Alright, take your time, child." I laugh at the way she addresses me. And it's acceptable since I've been sticking my nose on the glass wall just to see how high we've got. The kids beside, with their maids guarding them, are jumping in joy. "This isn't just the thrilling view for first-timers," Dandeline adds. "The surface of the clouds, the stars at night, and the moon are the natural attractions for later. You'll love it. Also, airships are the same as cruise ships. Most passengers are the ones who fanned themselves with their paper money. Every night, a ball is held in the ballroom. But I pref