Chapter Twenty-Five

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I didn't realize I had fallen asleep until I heard Xain whisper sweetly to me, "Wake up, Darling

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I didn't realize I had fallen asleep until I heard Xain whisper sweetly to me, "Wake up, Darling. We're almost there."

I shuddered, forcing my eyes open. The sunshine, thankfully, didn't hit my eyes directly, but I immediately noticed that the temperature had dropped considerably. I shivered, only for a jacket to be wrapped around me. I looked up at Xain, preparing to thank him, only to find his hands still full.

When I glanced behind me, I noticed Jean averting my look. I couldn't help but smile, only to gasp when Connor suddenly stopped. "Are you awake now?" He asked. I nodded, only to giggle when he caressed my thigh.

"Connor, that tickles."

"You might want to get off then."

I pouted before kissing the back of his head. I then carefully slid off of Connor's back, only to fall on my butt. "Ow!!"

Xain laughed and said, "Connor, you're a real gentleman. Ever consider the fact that her legs were asleep?"

"Put a pinecone in it, Xain," Connor grumbled, helping me to my feet. "You really are something, Lyra." He murmured, making sure I kept my balance. I gripped the cloth tightly around me, shivering and giggling as I struggled to get the blood pumping down my legs again.

Connor continued to help me keep my balance as the six of us trekked uphill. Eventually, I could walk on my own, and I kissed Connor's cheek. "Thank you."

He smiled a bit before helping Xain carry the duffle bags. I glanced around as I walked, enjoying the view. In my opinion, fall was the best time of year. That time of harvesting and prepping for the harsh winters to come.

I beamed at the thoughts, wondering of Connor and Xain's tribe did the same thing.

Grabbing the vegetables, sewing up warm clothing for winter, covering up the windows-

"WELL IF IT ISN'T THE BIG HOTSHOT WOMANIZERS?!" I practically jumped out of my skin at the booming yet playful voice. I couldn't even think before Xain disappeared from sight. I then turned my head, watching him and someone else roll downhill.

'So fast-!' I also noticed my bag rolling downhill, and without giving it a second thought, I dashed for it. Unfortunately, my feet were not my friends, and I slipped on a bundle of leaves. I shut my eyes tight, bracing for impact, only for someone to grunt and catch me.

"Whoa whoa, what do we have here?!"

I opened my eyes to see a tan skinned male look at me. His eyes were a playful light green with thin eyebrows. His hair was curly and straight at the same time and stopped just at the bottom of his neck.

He had a strong jaw and a wide nose, and his expression was caught between curious and amused.

"Ah, my damsel in distress. Don't worry about thy bag!" He stated dramatically, holding me up. I felt so small and couldn't help to pout at the feeling. "Put me down!" I whined.

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