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.

"How about this? I'll take

to you. But I'll get you something better when I earn more money later.

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

what?" Persephone

care of the

and playfully

held her tightly. "How many

She glared at him. "Are you back in

he acted all timid

her, and urged her

kept looking back until she couldn't

majestic structure, feeling a

voice suddenly came from behind.

turn around. The footsteps behind him drew

Sephy hadn't returned,

recognizing

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