"I will try to get you more than just dried fruits," he replied.
"I will appreciate that." She smiled and watched him walk out the door. He closed the door and she bolted it.
She didn't know how long she would stay in the tub but most likely it would be longer than she was supposed to. She could already imagine what the water would feel like against her body.
Mauve ripped away her clothes without any hesitation and sat in the tub. The warm water eased her sore muscles and she nearly cried out.
Mauve didn't know how long she sat in the tub but she didn't want to move, didn't want to think. She just wanted to stay there for as long as she could.
Mauve had to force herself to move as she was afraid she would still be in the tub when Galath returned. She didn't want to keep him waiting.
