Nyx's POV
I followed the middle aged woman whom I found out was Granny Rose mostly due to the greetings of everyone to which she answered all with a smile giving an occasional compliment here or there and throwing in some personal questions along the way.
I let down my guard feeling at ease which was not an easy thing to do without Ian by my side and soon enjoying the quiet walk and taking in my environment we reached a bed room right past the long hallway.
The room was a decent size with cream-colored walls and a blue rug. There was a bookshelf, a comfy chair, and a few other pieces of furniture. The window let in plenty of natural light, and a vase with fresh flowers added a touch of warmth. The room felt cozy and welcoming and smelled of lavender.
"This is where you would be staying for the time being and if you need anything you can always let me know, I'll do my best to help princess..",she said winking at me and leaving me to my own devices.
My eyes and fingers rummaged round the room from the wardrobe to the mini sized bathroom at the right and I realised that I did have everything I needed.
"I wonder who picked the clothes..." And the thought of Roshan going shopping made me jolt a little as I chuckled.
Feeling a little bored the smell of something drifted into my nose and I remembered I had passed it on my way here, Doughnuts.
Not having anything else to do and seeing no harm in it , I decided to go get a snack. The thought of the doughnuts made my mouth water a little.
Walking out of the building and soon into the busy streets, I walked to the doughnut shop trusting my sense of smell and with a few questions here and there I was already Infront of the shop.
The small bakery was a cozy, intimate space. The walls were painted a warm cream color, and the floors creaked with worn wooden boards. A single glass case stood near the entrance, displaying a selection of freshly baked bread, pastries, and cakes.
Behind the counter, a compact kitchen area rung with sounds of clanging utensils. A small oven, mixer, and baking utensils lined the walls, giving the space a snug, homespun feel. The air was thick with the scent of sweet vanilla and warm bread, making your mouth water.
A man who looked to be in his early 30's raised his head from under the counter. His blue apron contrasted his white top while his muscular frame bulged from underneath the shirt.
"Sorry, I didn't see you there", he said displaying a friendly smile.
"Hello..", I answered with a friendly wave.
"New in town?, He asked and I nodded.
"You know everyone in town?", I asked a little perplexed.
"Well, I meet a lot of people and I can say I'm pretty good with keeping up with faces", he started with a glint of pride on his face.
"And a face like yours is hard to forget, he added showing another one of his warm smiles which I returned shyly.
"The names Johnn, Johnn Davies", he said.
"I'm Nyx.., I said dragging on wondering whether to add my last name trying not to blow my cover.
"Nick!!!, Johnn shouted and soon a young boy who looked around my age came walking through the door. His face was freckled and his glasses hung loosely on the rim of his nose.
"Meet my son Nicholas", Johnn said shoving Nick slightly making him almost tumble on his face.
"Has good fingers but not much of a fighter, is he", he added laughing.
"So.. Nyx," He called with his brows raised earning my attention. "...what might I get you?" He asked with a friendly smile etched on his face.
"I'd like some doughnuts." I replied with a similar smile. He seemed friendly and so did his son although he looked shy sort of.
"So...do you know how to cook or bake?" Johnn asked catching me off guard. With a embarrassed smile,
"Not really, I haven't been in the kitchen much." I replied to which he nodded.
"You look like you're interested in baking." He commented while handing me a doughnut.
"I am....I just haven't had anyone to teach me." I said with a downcast look.
"Well, you've come to the right person." He said with a smile as he looked at me. Getting the implication of his words, I raised my head to look at him, eyes gleaming as I asked,
"Really?" I was really excited and he nodded with a smile to confirm his words.
"Why don't Nicholas show you around, we can sure use some help here if you won't mind", he added.
"That will be wonderful", I answered smiling over the moon after which I followed Nick towards the kitchen.
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"You two have become lazy in my absence", Roshan said flinging Kael across the room.
Zimri sat unfazed watching the scene in front of him his legs crossed.
Huffs and pants echoed in the room coming from Ian and Dorrien.
How strong is this guy..., Was the thought in all their heads. Roshan stood calmly in the middle of the training hall not even breaking a sweat.
"Let's make this more interesting", he said his characteristic grin back on his face.
"Why do I feel like I don't like what is coming, Kael said joining the remaining two.
"Three of you, come at me at once.."