The next day…

Leiyu and Thallios walked along the verdant countryside, breathing in the crisp morning air.  A majestic backdrop of mountains stood in the distance.

Thallios stared at his hands.  “What a pity…my powers are all gone now.  When Amara left, the fire magic left with her…”

“It’s all right, you might be able to get them back someday,” Leiyu reassured him.  “I can help you train.”

Thallios smiled.  

Leiyu reached out and caressed Thallios’ cheek.

“Thallios….”

“Mm?”

“Do you want to settle down somewhere?”

“Settle down?”

“We’ve been running from place to place for more than half a year.  It must be exhausting for you.  Do you want to just find someplace nice and quiet and live there together?  We could create a real home…”

Thallios smiled.  “Leiyu…”  He reached out and touched Leiyu’s cheek.  “I know you like to travel…”

“But, I don’t have to-”

“Anywhere you go, I’ll go…That’s a good enough home for me…”

Leiyu smiled and embraced Thallios.  They kissed.

Thallios, I will love and protect you forever…

The End