"Why wouldn't I?" Stella asked, looking up at him from the bed. Her hair was a mess, but her smile was radiant and beautiful.
"Who knows… but hurry up. You'll see soon enough." Roland had the maids draw hot water and help Stella get ready, while he prepared himself in another room.
Before long, the two were outside in a city that was slowly growing in size.
They strolled through familiar shops, enjoying the freedom and warmth of the people, receiving everything from free sweets to requests for their portraits.
Little by little, they began to see the change they had brought to the world, even if only one step at a time.
Roland guided her to the highest peak of the fortress, one of the towers that offered a sweeping view of everything around them.
"So, can you finally tell me why you took me on such a long, but lovely stroll around town?"
