While Dorian marveled at the scenery, Kara wandered off into a nearby garden. The colorful plot was lit by two rows of lanterns, each radiating a warm glow. The plants thrived despite their lack of sun, content with the warmth of the glowing lanterns. She leaned down to examine the well-tended flowers and gently slid her hands along the soft pedals. Dain entered behind her, watching her study the flowers. He smiled, and a sudden rush of curiosity piqued his interest.
“Kara, back on the ship before we were attacked?”
“Yeah, what about it?”
“You were about to kiss me, weren’t you?”
Kara stood and faced Dain. “Look, Dain. You’re very handsome, and I like you a lot, but it was a spur of the moment thing.”
Dain nervously lowered his head. “So…you didn’t want to kiss me?”
“It’s not that I
