Nova Peak Pärry

Her words stoke the part of him that loves a good challenge, though he represses that too. Stifling a sigh, he bows his head in deference to Ayovi’s rejection. He wonders if this “husband” realizes how fortunate he is to have captured the heart of such an idyllic woman.

“You take care as well,” murmurs Vermouth as he turns toward Vixen.

He gives her an inscrutable look. Why was she crying and gnashing her teeth? He motions for her to fall into step as he gives Ayovi one last lingering look. He dips his head again, then flicks his eyes forward to pierce the dark of the night as he leads Vixen away from the woman of his dreams.