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.

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 elsewhere,

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

might as well live off of you!" Morpheus teased her. "Then, you'll be responsible for making

Persephone

taking care

blushed and

her tightly. "How many kids do we want

"Are

acted all timid

released her, and urged her to

looking back until

feeling a mix of emotions. As Persephone vanished into the night, he prepared to

from behind. "Are you

stopped but didn't turn around.

me, I accidentally overheard your conversation just now... I didn't mean to eavesdrop, but it's late, Sephy hadn't

recognizing the

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