The elder Guardian slid her bow to her lap.
“I was unaware I would have esteemed guests today. How nice of you to join us. Though I must admit, I know nothing about this girlfriend you speak of. You know I am forbidden to love."
Striding to the table, the masked man grinned at Hemertalia. The slant to his lips was just a tad too wide to be friendly.
Mialtros backed away from the table, grabbing her chair to use as a weapon.
The man's eyes flicked to her. They were blood red.
“Oh please. Everyone knows you and Xiathia live together. You could disprove it by inviting me to one of your little “sleepovers" next time."
An arrow sliced the man's face. Another barb slid into the bowstring as Hemertalia kicked her chair away. She leveled the shaft at his chest.
“I will be certain to pen you
