Wei followed Mei through the quiet streets, their footsteps soft against the cobblestones as the city settled into the late hours. Though their victory over the Shadow Sect was still fresh in his mind, tonight, the thrill of battle was replaced by a different, more intimate anticipation.
When they reached Mei's house, she unlocked the door with a slight smile, motioning him inside. The soft glow of a single lamp illuminated her entryway, casting gentle shadows on the walls. It was peaceful here—calming, even—an oasis from the darkness they'd both been facing.
