the streets of zaun were dark, with only the faint flicker of lanterns lighting the way. you moved quickly through the shadows, your heart beating just a little faster as you reached the familiar alley. sevika’s window was slightly ajar, and you knew she’d be there, waiting.

you climbed the low wall, making your way up to the window with careful, quiet movements. when you finally slipped inside, sevika was sitting on the edge of her bed, her head turned toward the window. she raised an eyebrow at you, a small, knowing smile pulling at the corner of her lips.

“thought you were too good to sneak around,” she teased, though there was a warmth in her voice that wasn’t usually there. she patted the spot next to her, a silent invitation.