Standing in front of his mirror, Eryx's reflection stared back at him, and he adjusted his high collar before taking a step back to appraise his full ensemble. The combination Valda selected for him had come together nicely, to his concealed bewilderment, and his lips tilted into a contented smile.
His eyes shifted to the moody Sayge, who stood meters away, all dressed up in a stunning sunflower gown. He had told her countlessly that he required no additional assistance, and she would have left by now, but he knew, the only reason Sayge would wait behind was practically because she had something important to discuss with him, and he was already aware of what the conversation would be without the need for her articulate it.
The silence between them stretched, and Eryx whistled a tune as he carried on with his business. Knowing how limited Eryx patience can be, Sayge finally lifted her head and gathered the courage to ask.
