the end is nigh - what a relief

Arranging the china and tea came almost as naturally as casting a spell. Her mother’s method drilled into her from childhood, Leaf’s hands moved with meticulous purpose in a vain hope the well-practised actions would steady her. They didn’t and setting back down a spoon, Leaf drew her hands to lean on the side table as she spoke.

Distracted by her own thoughts and anxiousness, she didn’t catch the splashing and sloshing of the tub being vacated at first. It was the closeness of his words, the tap to her shoulder, which had her turn in surprise.

Unprepared, his question didn’t enter her mind at all. [color=#0074d9]“...Yo-.. Um.”[/color] Heat bloomed, lighting up her face entirely and despite her best efforts, her gaze did slip down and quickly backup to the ceiling. Lips parted, but her eyes pinched closed tightly. [color=#0074d9]“You are naked.” [/color]

[color=#c14700]Quite the wet specimen too. You should offer to lick him dry, meticulously.[/color]

[color=#0074d9]“My tongue is not doing that.” [/color]Eyes flew open, realising that reply was spoken not thought. A fresh wave of renewed self consciousness rolled over her. [color=#0074d9]“Um. That was meant for Korr.” [/color]