Duck Lake what it is, is not exactly clear

she tried, bless her, and the smile that lit her face warmed his heart. theek hoon, mera jaan, he responded, settling into the easy drawl that had marked the beginning of their past relationship. it was almost as if things were as they were.

almost.

h-hunting? aditya managed, canting his head in query. or just. . .just for a wa. . .a walk? either way, he'd like to join her, and he kept his body language calm and reserved as he spoke to dawn. adi didn't know whether she actually wanted him around or if the smile was an act, something to put on because she felt she had to. it had been a lot of acts, lately.