It would take a few more days before this wish would come to fruition, but the good day did arrive soon enough.
The trio of Gill, Cassandra, and Ghesso finally arrived in the vicinity of Alterra Village after a long time of traveling!
It was the weekend when they arrived, so most people didn't have work. This meant the streets were particularly lively, and it was what greeted their arrival—making them feel so relieved to finally be 'home'.
"We're finally here!" Cassandra said, tapping Gill's shoulder, asking him to put her down. His arms must be so sore by now, she mused.
The only times he rested were the few hours they set up camp, but he got her to use his arm as a headrest when they slept, so it must not have rested well even then.
He shook his head and continued to head towards the tall gate. "No, you're pregnant," he said, looking as if it was non-negotiable.
Cassandra blushed, both embarrassed and guilty. "You—"