Ophir tossed back and forth as his mind kept him awake. His thoughts were like a gear that provokes it's clog to never end. He stared at Lehi's face, he fought his sleepy head and surveyed his wife till dawn. Ophir instantly threw the blanket and check the space occupied by Lehi and he can't grasp her. He opened the door and checked the hall. He already observed the whole Cinnamon Palace and can't spot her.
Hexel got woke up by Ophir's panic yell of Lehi's name. He kneeled at the middle of their living room as the Tale Bearers gathered. Ophir started to cry as he kept calling Lehi's name. Lila and Kiel tried to talk to him but he ignored them and kept his dramatic and sentimental yearning. Ain felt confused as he watched Ophir lose himself.
Nevi joined later and whispered at Ophir's ear to ask what was happening.
Nevi was shocked at Ophir's current face. His eyes lacked some sleep. He looked is beyond haggard and stressed.
Ophir explained about Kish and Lehi. Nevi can't find the right words to help him feel better as he continue to exaggerately express his longing. Lehi got called by Hexel since Ophir was unstoppable.
Lehi approached Ophir in the middle of the living area with her damp hair and sloppy robe since she exited the bathroom in rush. Ophir embraced her tightly that it made her coughed.
"Are you sleep walking?"
Lehi gently inquired when Ophir realised the scene he just committed his face suddenly got embarrassed. Ophir eyed Nevi for help and Nevi just encourage him to pretend dozing off.
Ophir acted sleepy and slump on the hall. Nevi immediately help him to be in his room and left the Tale Bearer confused.
Lehi continued her shower as Nevi muffled his laughter. Ophir buried his embarrassed facade on the pillow.
"Man, that was the best morning drama I ever witnessed."
Nevi teased as he clutch his belly from laughing.
Ophir pleaded him to stop since he even lose the capability to defend himself.
Nevi excused himself by the time Lehi was done in taking a bath. She sat at the edge of their bed since Ophir refuse to get up from their beddings because of the scene he caused.
Lehi asked him about the exact reason and Ophir professed.
"It's because I thought you disappeared."
Lehi gave him the look that she does not understand.
"Well, remember Novena's warning that if our ancestors recognised their own descendants then the Harpsichord will disappear." Ophir expanded.
Lehi blinked her eyes and it finally sink in. The event yesterday must have caused a panic inside Ophir's head and that is why he kept tossing last night.
Lehi assured him that Kish haven't realised it yet since she is still there with him. Ophir got encouraged to take a rest and he slept. Lehi asked Nevi to accompany her as they made their way at the back garden to meet Novena.
Novena heared the concern and calmed down after a lengthy laugh with Nevi due to Ophir's weeping.
Lehi felt bad for Ophir but she can't hold back any longer and carcked up. After a good laugh Novena seriously confirmed that Ophir's suspicions were right. Novena strictly warned Lehi not to allow Kish find out about her identity. Nevi motivated Lehi who started to frown.
Kish inquired for Lehi at Myrhh Cinnamon and Hexel lead the pastor toward Lehi and Ophir's room.
Kish knocked and Ophir opened the door. He just woke up and was nervous to meet Kish.
Ophir lead the young priest unto the Myrrh Cinnamon garden.
Kish drank the tea prepared by Eyel as he stared at Ophir who awkwardly gaze at him. Kish notices his fidgeting and decided to break the ice.
"So, how is your marital life? Was is it fulfilling?"
Ophir noded his head as he flashed a warm smile that made Kish fascinated.
"How did you fell in love with her? Is there a clear sign?" Kish inquired.
Ophir kindly shook his head and answered.
"It's a natural norm and realm that is unique for every person who experienced it. How about you?"
Kish watched in awe as Ophir describe the feeling. He snickered at his question and replied.
"I am still young for that kind of love, you know. I am just fourteen."
Their conversation went on till the evening. Kish joined the Tale Bearers for dinner.
Nevi and Ophir noticed how Kish eyed Lehi's every move with stricked surveying lenses. Lehi avoided interacting with him all through out the night but fate seemed to have them meet and share at the same table when Kish privately requested her presence for an evening snack.
"How are you today Lehi?" Kish greeted
Lehi shortly and politely answered as she suppressed the excitement boiling from her instinct.
"I heared from our king that you are from the Lorelei household. And pardon my late introduction who bear the same last name as yours."
Lehi waved her hands to refuse his pardon. It was a light talk but Lehi felt glad deep within.
This is her ancestor who was the foundation of their apostolic family.
Kish slept at the guest room prepared by Eyel. Ophir roamed around their room as he waited for Lehi to resign. When the door knob clicked and his wife came in.
Ophir just tightly embrace her and was thankful that she returned to him.
Lehi eased Ophir's burden by confirming that Kish was having doubts and hesitation and Kish did not acknowledge it yet since he haven't fallen in love yet.
Kish stared at the cieling above him. He transparently showed a part of his heart that is yet to be untouched. Since his origin was unknown due to the bounty upon his head before fully being alive in this world. He cannot fathom the connection between him and Lehi but he was glad to hear and know about her. Kish rested after praying. The visions that's been sealed for a long time resurfaces as the distance shortened.