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"Yes, this time you will go with her," Maya said, her eyes widening in surprise."Seriously?" she added, her voice tinged with disbelief. "Yes, only you will be my presence here at sea," Abril reassured her. "Even though we both decided it's better that Lissana believes otherwise." "Even though Uzziel is also growing fast," Maya chuckled, "it's nice to see him thrive. We are with him, and that makes it easier to accept his rapid growth. But in some cases, it's different." "So I decided to go with her instead," Maya said, glancing at Lissana."I will stay by your side for as long as I can, until you are with her in our lives." "You'll be happy to hear that you won't be alone," Abril said softly. "Are you also thinking about coming back?" Maya asked, her voice hopeful. "Yes, even though I didn't speak very well with Cassian, I suppose we will talk later." "I hope we can return together!" Maya exclaimed. "Of course," Abril replied. "Although for Lissana, it will feel like returning home. If you grew up in the palace, I can't say the same for you.You will leave everything behind-your kingdom, your parents, and the man you love." "It won't be easy," Maya acknowledged, "but you can count on us. We will be there for you." Maya found a mouse with Abril and Lissana, and while she was looking for it, she thought she wanted to say something important to Abril and Lissana. "While you still ask the question," she began, "could you talk to me?" "Yes," Abril replied. "And how were you?" Maya inquired. "Good." "Then why do you seem more discouraged than before?" Maya pressed. "It's nothing.Do you want to practice sword fighting while we talk?" Maya could sense Cassian's presence nearby, and she felt a rush of excitement. "It's good; it's been a while since we've done this," she said, leading the way to the training yard. Cassian picked up his usual sword, while Maya chose a broad sword. They began to spar, but her mind was elsewhere, preoccupied with thoughts of their return to the land of the fairies. "Have you decided when we're going?" she asked. "Bartolomeo tells me that your priest will soon say goodbye," Cassian replied."And how do you know that my priest will return to the land of the fairies?" Maya asked, curiosity piqued. "Your brother had to imagine that someone was the same as your father when he learned what was happening," Cassian explained. "I'm glad you're coming, that you can see Uzziel before we leave," Maya said, her heart swelling with anticipation. "Don't you want to go back?" Cassian asked. "It doesn't bother me to return. I love the land of our hearts because you are with me, because I am with my family. But I miss my priest. Even though I wasn't here, I was able to follow you a lot.But that's inevitable," she sighed. "It's for Uzziel." "If you're talking to Aby, she'll also go to the land of the fairies with Lissana," Cassian said. After the conversation Cassian had with her brother, Maya wasn't surprised. "We should all go together as we are accustomed to the land," she said. "But for Abril, it will be difficult at first." "Of course," Cassian agreed, making an extra flourish with his sword."But you are too beautiful; it's impossible to distract myself while I have you in front of me." Since he was unarmed, Cassian pulled Maya into a hug, and she protested, "Don't hug me; I'm all sweaty." "It's nothing. Just as we are, we are all the same," he replied, holding her tightly. Maya let her sword drop and returned the embrace. "Are you okay?" she asked, noticing the weariness in his eyes. "No, I don't think I am. I'm tired of it all. I wish everything would end, and we could be happy." "We all want that, but it's not always easy," Cassian said softly."It will be good because we are together." Those words from Cassian made Maya feel as if nothing was lost, that there was nothing to worry about. For a moment, she felt light. "That's why the casino pays attention to me too. I need you to pamper me from time to time," Cassian teased. "You have an account," Maya replied with a smile. "But it's worth it if you don't," he countered playfully. "We should go take a break," Maya suggested. Cassian tightened his grip around her waist.noveldrama"Some things will be better." "Don't say that together you're foolish; we won't do what you're thinking," Maya said, rolling her eyes. "Why not? Abril, we have time alone; this is the best time," Cassian insisted. Maya sighed, "If it's not just a mouse, it's best that we let him go at night when there's no one around, when you can take the time to appreciate me as you should." "Stop insisting like that," Cassian said, exasperated. Maya took a breath, glancing at him. Cassian saw her determination and wanted her there as the night approached.Maya's priest arrived in the afternoon, and the day continued to unfold.