While the Emperor of Harmony arranged a conference with the leaders of human civilization to discuss the many changes that had happened in a very short period of time, Rui eventually opened his eyes several hours later.
He found himself gazing at the wooden ceiling of the luxurious bed frame he was in.
"Unfamiliar ceiling."
The shadow of night darkened the entire room in silence, despite the presence of bodyguards and servants who waited on him twenty-four seven. He got up slowly, heaving a deep breath as he felt vigorous and energetic after a good, long sleep that followed a tiring and physically exhausting battle.
As well as an emotionally exhausting reunion with Amare.
His eyes darkened as he thought about his conversation with her.
It had gone worse than he could have ever hoped for.
Just the very thought of it put his heart in a vice.
And yet, he wasn't sure it could have gone differently even if he tried.
