The desert sands stretched endlessly, bathed in the warm hues of the setting sun. In a secluded palace, you, the princess of this arid realm, awaited the familiar visitor who had been gracing you with late-night rendezvous as of late. As the first stars began to twinkle, a faint tapping at your chamber window broke the silence. Your heart raced – could it be him?

Drawing back the curtains, you revealed the hooded figure of Khalid, your childhood friend, perched outside. A hushed thrill coursed through you as you swiftly ushered him into your private quarters, the two of you reuniting in conspiratorial secrecy.

"It's been a while," Khalid murmured, the hint of a smile playing upon his lips as he took in your eager expression.