Persephone felt like she was in a dream. Morpheus led her out of the cave, her hand in his, and the post-rain air was exceptionally fresh.

The sun peeked out from behind the clouds, casting a smile upon the earth. The fragrance of the soil was uplifted by the sunlight, permeating every corner of the mountain.

She smiled foolishly, following him as the roadside flowers seemed to sway her way. -

When Morpheus drove near the palace, the night had fallen. Persephone lingered in the car, reluctant to leave. Morpheus pinched her nose with a fond gaze, urging her to go home quickly.

"You take the car back!"

Morpheus handed her the car keys with a gentle shake of his head.

"What's wrong?" Persephone seemed disappointed. "This was meant for you."

"This is something you've earned," Morpheus said tenderly. "It's rightfully yours. While I'm happy when you give me gifts, I believe your first gift should belong to you."

"But—"

"Listen to me," he said, patting her head.

Persephone wanted to say more but held back.

guilt. He took the car keys from her hand. "How about this? I'll take it for now. If you're free tomorrow, I'll come to pick you up to go

and nodded vigorously. "Okay, I'll listen to you. But I'll get you something better when

well live off of you!" Morpheus teased her. "Then, you'll be responsible for making money, and I'll be

Persephone

care of the

blushed and

many kids do

She glared at him. "Are you back in high

all timid

and urged her to hurry

looked back several times as she entered the palace. She kept looking back

palace gates and gazed at the majestic structure, feeling a mix of

a voice suddenly came from behind.

stopped but didn't turn around. The footsteps behind

eavesdrop, but it's late, Sephy

recognizing the

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