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Meanwhile, Cira was in her cellar, surrounded by several monsters that had escaped from Hades.noveldramaThey had transformed in her eyes and ears as they emerged from the mountain, but since she had not yet regained all her power, some of the monsters had slipped from her control. She only hoped they wouldn't become a problem in the near future, not until she regained her strength. The voice of the demon within her returned, echoing in her mind. "Why don't you let me take control? If you do, you'll regain all your power and more." "I already told you no," Cira replied firmly. "Then go back to Laios.If you do, you can absorb the energy overflowing from the screams that lead to Hades." "Wouldn't that be the same as giving in to your control?" she countered. "Not exactly. Before, there were monsters and more princes and princesses of Hades seeking a physical body, but it seems you're not there yet. If you don't take this opportunity, you'll have nothing left to consume." "Why aren't you there?" she demanded. "No, it's just that it has gone. I can feel it, deep in the depths of Hades.So why not take advantage of this opportunity?" "How can I trust you?" "Unless I'm lying, I wouldn't have said anything to deceive you." "I'm too weak. I can't reach Laios," she admitted, her voice trembling. "You just need to absorb the monsters that are here. A part of your power will be restored. But I warn you, it won't be pleasant." Cira was locked away in darkness, but even if it was unpleasant, she would endure it. What would it be like to escape that damned hole? "What must I do?" she asked. "Just put your hand on them.I'll do the rest." Hesitantly, she reached out to the creature closest to her. As her hand made contact, she felt a cold darkness seep into her, a great pain surging through her. She let out a heartbreaking scream, as if her entire being was being torn apart. When the pain began to subside, the voice in her head spoke again. "See how pleasant this is? You'll need it, especially if you want to reach Laios." Cira could not feel anger; she was merely present, aware of the voice echoing in her mind. "Will you give up?" it pressed. Cira wanted to surrender, but she wouldn't abandon her quest.She wiped away the tears of pain that still flowed down her cheeks and declared, "I will do whatever it takes to escape this place." --- After the scene, Alessandro took Lissana in his arms and said goodbye to Cassian and Maya. Maya didn't want to return to her room, especially since she felt good at that moment. "No, I want to stay here," she insisted. "Why not?" Cassian asked. "Let's dance," she suggested. "Are you sure? Maybe you should rest for a while." Cassian knew that if he didn't accept her proposal, she would continue suggesting more activities.With a sigh, he relented, "Fine." "Not the sword clash?" she teased. "No, the dance," he replied with a smile. Cassian led her to a salon that could be used for dance practice, where a sweet melody began to play. As he approached Maya, he bowed slightly and asked, "Will you grant me this dance?" "Of course, but wait a moment," she said, removing her shoes. "Now, yes," she added, taking his hand. He placed his hand on her waist, and they began to sway to the music. "It makes me happy to see you well," he said softly."Now that I am, we should take the opportunity to love each other," Maya replied, her eyes sparkling. Cassian leaned closer, his curiosity piqued. "What do you mean?" Maya leaned in and kissed him, their lips meeting in a soft embrace. As they danced, she separated from him and began to move in a different way. Her movements were sensual, captivating Cassian, who found it impossible to tear his gaze away from her. The way Maya danced was reminiscent of the fairies, delicate yet powerful and seductive.It was as if her body merged with the music, inviting Cassian into a world of passion, desire, and longing. As the music played on, Maya continued to dance, her movements fluid and enchanting. Cassian drew closer, his eyes locked onto hers, which sparkled like crystal in the sunlight. He was entranced, caught in her gaze. Cassian wrapped his arms around her waist, pulling her closer as he kissed her with a desperate hunger. Maya responded with equal fervor, savoring the taste of his lips. In that moment, the world around them faded away, their problems and pain dissolving into nothingness.All that remained was the heat of Cassian's skin and the need to be even closer to him. Every movement of his body against hers ignited a fire within her. "Maya, my love, you can't imagine how much I love you," Cassian whispered, burying his face in her neck, kissing her cheek and collarbone. He lifted her into his arms and carried her to the sofa tucked away in a corner of the room, gently depositing her there as their kisses deepened. They shed their clothes, lost in each other's embrace. "I love you so much, Cassian," Maya breathed, her heart racing.Maya had been ill for so long that it felt as if thousands of years had passed since she had last experienced love, since they had last shared such intimacy. Her hands explored Cassian's body, tracing the hard surfaces of his muscles and the dark scars that told stories of battles fought long ago. She loved everything about him; she had loved him from the moment they met. Even then, she had felt a connection that spanned from the depths of the mountains to the surface of their world.