"We would like to check out please," Elric informed the old woman as he approached her.
"Alright," the woman bent down and took out a register. She computed the total bill amount and handed it to him, stating, "Here is your bill. Please check it."
Elric nodded and withdrew the coins from his pocket to pay the bill.
"I hope you enjoyed the stay with your wife," the old woman said with a stern face.
"Yes we did. Thank you," he replied politely.
The trunks were brought down and Evelyn stood outside the inn waiting for Elric to arrive and to leave for Zenira. She was happy to finally go back to her home. But, deep down, a tinge of sadness overshadowed the joy, and she knew why. She was used to seeing Elric around her but now after returning there wasn't any chance of it. Although she would be able to see him in the council but only for a few hours. She sighed deeply.
Listening to footsteps approaching, she turned in that direction and saw Elric.
