Peace and Prosperity

"Can you promise me something?"

"What is it?"

The boy leaned on the bed, his brows furrowed in determination, ready to give the girl whatever she wished for.

If she wished for gold, then he would raid a dragon's lair and steal all of its gold.

If she wished for the whole world then he would gladly call upon his army, ready to seize the land this world has to offer.

And if she wished for his heart, then he would gladly dig it out of its recesses and give it to her, all fresh and pumping.

"Can you find me again in my next life?"

His breath was taken away from him. But that did not stop him from responding, to seal the promise that will change both of their fates for the rest of their lives.

"Yes."

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Note: The idea and story is all mine except the art on the cover. It's a painting made by Y Xuy Ngu Nguyet. Ain't it lovely? ;-;