Five days after the wedding the mood had once more turned sombre. It was time for Christill to leave and they all knew that it would be a long time until they would see each other once more. At the southern edge of the city Christill and Dievu stood by Polthus and Vithanu saying their last goodbyes. Christill approached Estallion and Guard Captain Harrinus and shook their hands, thanking them one last time for their help and also their friendship.
He then walked up to Miera, who quickly hugged him with moist eyes and kissed him on the cheek. "Goodbye Christill. I will expect to see letters from you every month," she said with an emotional smile.
Thibalt stepped forward from behind her and grabbed his brother's shoulder.
"And what would I say to the man who more than anyone else has saved my life," said Christill softly.
"I would say that this is no farewell. Rather a temporary departure," replied Thibalt. "Remember little brother. I will always protect you."
Christill smiled. "You have other things to worry about now," he said motioning to Miera. "Look after your wife and stay out of trouble."
"I feel that I should be the one telling you to stay out of trouble," shot back Thibalt.
"I will be fine," argued Christill. "Farewell. We will see each other again."
Thibalt smiled and hugged his brother. With the army of Dargon at Feldom's feet, he was not so sure of that.
Christill patted Thibalt one final time on the back then walked over to say his last goodbye. Elephtheria stood off to the side, smiling kindly at Christill. They had spent many of the last nights together and had quickly become friends. Christill took her hand in his and bowed. "I will miss your company, Thee."
"As will I," she replied.
"I would ask one favour of you," requested Christill.
"What is it you would have me do?" she asked cheerfully.
"I would have you write to me."
"Then it will be done, Christill," replied Elephtheria, laughing.
Christill leaned in and kissed her on the cheek, and then it was time to depart. He walked back to Polthus and jumped up into the saddle. Together Dievu and Christill left the City of Skiye, leaving behind a large group of sorrowful friends.
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