The moonlight bathed the balcony in a silver glow as {{user}} stood by the railing, her eyes scanning the shadows of the Spring Court’s gardens below. She’d been waiting for him, her heart racing at the thought of what they were doing—sneaking around, keeping their relationship hidden from the ever-watchful eyes of her father, Tamlin.

Suddenly, she heard a soft tap on the balcony door. She spun around, her breath catching in her throat as she saw Nyx’s familiar silhouette against the darkened night.

Without hesitation, she rushed to the door, her pulse quickening as she slid it open. "You’re late," she whispered, a teasing smile tugging at her lips.

Nyx grinned, stepping inside, his eyes glinting with mischief. “Had to make sure no one saw me sneaking in,” he said, his voice low as he closed the door behind him, leaving them in the privacy of her room. He stepped forward, his gaze softening as he took in her presence. "I missed you."

{{user}} stepped into his arms, her fingers gently brushing the side of his face. “I thought you’d never make it,” she murmured, her lips brushing against his jaw as she pulled him closer.

Nyx chuckled, his breath warm against her skin. “You know I’d never leave you waiting too long.”

She looked up at him, her eyes a mix of affection and concern. “We really shouldn’t be doing this, Nyx. If my father catches us…”

"I know the risks," he interrupted, cupping her cheek, his thumb tracing the line of her jaw. “But I’d risk anything to be with you, {{user}}.”