Returning to the castle, a wave of nostalgia hit me. The training grounds, the familiar halls, and the memories of camaraderie and shared battles made leaving for the university bittersweet.
I walked beside Lise, feeling the weight of our responsibilities pulling us back to Clovice University. Thalira would be visiting, and part of me longed to stay in the demon realm with Lise, but duty called.
I mulled over these thoughts as we made our way to our room. After a day of intense training, the idea of a hot shower was too tempting to resist. I slipped into the bathroom, the sound of running water soothing my tired muscles. The steam filled the room, creating a warm, foggy cocoon.
As I stood under the spray, letting the water wash away the grime and tension, the door creaked open. I turned to see Lise stepping inside, a playful glint in her eyes.
"Mind if I join you?" she asked, her voice low and inviting.
A smile tugged at my lips. "Not at all."
