After Nacht's unexpected kiss, Nova stood there, her mind reeling with a whirlwind of emotions.
A wave of realization washed over her as the pieces of the puzzle finally fell into place. She understood now why Morgen and Nacht seemed so similar yet so different, why their presence always seemed to overlap in her mind.
Meanwhile, Morgen wandered through the moonlit courtyard of the Faust estate, searching for Nova. The echoes of laughter and music from the birthday celebration for his brother and himself drifted through the air.
Lost in his own thoughts, he rounded a corner and stumbled upon Nova standing alone outside, her gaze fixed on the window.
"Nova?" Morgen called out softly, stepping closer to her.
Startled, Nova turned to face him, her eyes wide with surprise. For a moment, they simply stood there, gazing at each other in the quiet of the night.
"Morgen," Nova greeted him, her voice barely above a whisper.
Morgen studied her intently, sensing that something was amiss. Nova seemed unsettled, her usual spark dimmed by a veil of uncertainty.
"Is everything alright?" Morgen asked, his concern evident in his voice.
Nova hesitated for a moment, searching for the right words to express her questions.
"Why didn't you tell me that you have a twin brother?" Nova asked him.
"Oh! I see you met my twin brother Nacht," Morgen responded.
"Nacht! That's his name," Nova thought silently.
"Is there a problem, Nova? You seem indifferent," Morgen asked her.
"Nothing! Let's get inside," she responded right away.
As the evening progressed, the hall filled with laughter and music, the air alive with the sound of conversation and merriment. Guests mingled and danced, enjoying the festivities as they indulged in a sumptuous feast prepared by the Faust household staff.
But Nova was adrift in her own thoughts, thinking about Nacht's previous actions.
As the hours passed, the highlight of the evening came when the birthday cake was brought out, a towering masterpiece adorned with candles flickering with magical flame. As the guests gathered around, Nacht and Morgen blew out the candles together.
They really looked alike, Nova couldn't help but to look toward the twins.
Morgen approached her once again.
"There's something I want to tell you, Nova," Morgen said, smiling.
"You seem happy. What is it?" Nova replied.
"The truth is, this event is a double celebration, our birthday and my success in joining the magic knight squad," Morgen said happily.
"Is that true? Well, congratulations to you. I am truly happy," Nova responded.
"Thank you for being here, Nova. You made this event special," Morgen replied.
Morgen approached Nova with a gentle smile, his eyes filled with a quiet hope.
"Nova," he began softly, "may I have this dance with you?"
He extended his hand, and for a moment, Nova hesitated. Her eyes met his, searching for something unspoken. Then, with a small, reassuring smile, she placed her hand in his.
Together, they moved to the center of the ballroom, where the soft strains of a waltz began to play beneath the grand chandelier that sparkled above them.
As they danced slowly, Nova leaned in close and whispered in Morgen's ear.
"Happy birthday, Morgen. I wish you success in every journey you undertake."
Her words resonated deeply within him, striking a chord that made his heart swell. He looked at her, a sweet smile spreading across his face.
"Thank you, Nova," he murmured, his voice filled with gratitude and warmth.
Across the room, in a shadowed corner, Nacht watched them silently. His eyes never left Nova as she and Morgen swayed gracefully to the music.
His feelings were a tumultuous mix that he couldn't quite decipher. The memory of their unexpected kiss flashed in his mind, and he muttered to himself,
"What am I doing? Tsk! I must have been insane,"
He drained the last of his wine, the taste bitter on his tongue, and set the glass down on the table with a quiet clink. Without another glance, he turned and left the party, the confusion of his emotions following him into the night.
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REALM OF MIDNIGHT
Fantasy**BLACK CLOVER FANFICTION** **WARNING!** Heavy use of language and violence is present. Some scenes may not be suitable for younger readers. **DISCLAIMER:** This story is inspired by the original Black Clover series, as I hold it in high regard. I d...
