The day of Benjamin's departure eventually came, and the big party gathered right outside the castle was waiting for their master. He stopped by his wife first to say his goodbyes.
"I'll be back in no time, my dear. You won't even have time to miss me."
"I already miss you and you haven't even left yet."
His laughter made the room tremble and Iris could not help but smile. His arms were holding her while she was resting on his chest. Slowly he lowered his lips to her and they shared a sweet but short kiss. When his arms left her, her body felt the cold at once, although they were still inside the bedroom where the fire was playing cheerfully.
"I have to go now," he said while caressing her cheek.
"I'll go with you to the gates."
"There is no need, it is cold outside…"
"Just let me have these last minutes with you," she interrupted, leaving him no choice.
