As the couple wandered through the vibrant maze of the floating market, Aliana took her time exploring every single stall, captivated by the local craftsmanship.
The vendors were more than happy to entertain them, although the couple drew attention for reasons beyond their extreme good looks. There was something about their presence that intimidated even the most confident merchants.
Whenever their eyes fell on Gavriel, they found themselves strangely reluctant to overcharge the woman accompanying him.
It was rather strange, considering Gavriel wasn't doing anything other than carrying her little shopping bags while keeping his eyes fixed on her as though she were the only thing that mattered.
"Look, Gav!" Aliana's delighted voice cut through the ambient chatter.
His gaze lowered to a small, circular silver pendant engraved with a dragon.
"What do you think?" Aliana asked, glancing up at him. "It reminded me of you." She unclasped the chain and reached out toward him.
