Silverlight Terrace Don't hold your breath

Though his spirit lifted and a genuine smile appeared as she stated she'd rather leave with him, both those positives were wiped by her next tidbit of emotional baggage. He pondered for a moment, seeking her gaze. She seemed serious, but he had a bad rep around here. Once he was spotted by one of those crazy family members of hers, he'd be toast. He sighed long, and slow.

Three sun falls. That's when I'll go - I can't stay in one place for long. His ear flicked in fake annoyance and he offered her a smile. He wondered then, if Mintaka would really show up around that time. He wanted to say he didn't care whether she'd accompany him or not, as he'd made it this far on his own, but a part of him - a very selfish part - almost needed this to work out.