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Lilianya strolled into the main room of her home, yawning. Crust blocked her eyes, but after she wiped it all away, she realized Paedyn was nowhere to be found. The blankets on the couch were folded, and a small yellow handwritten note lay on the top of them.
Lili,
I didn’t want to disturb you. I’m sorry I got home after you went to bed. I’m leaving before you’re awake. But there’s a lot for us to discuss about these pirates. Devarius wants my help to try to crack them. I’ll see you tonight.
Lilianya smiled.
It thrilled a part of her to have a bit of a rest. Her muscles ached, and her mental exhaustion was extensive. Magic did wear on her. Zaviana had warned her.
Lilianya wandered into the kitchen to make tea. While she was doing the menial task, she began thinking about the pirat
