Chapter 3115 Moon and Sun (Part 1)
3115 Moon and Sun (Part 1)
The evening dress form of Kamila's lucky clothes wrapped around her soft curves, leaving a sweetheart neckline and slits for her legs on the sides open.
"Damn, you look stunning." Lith had been true to his word and returned after one minute.
"And you look just the same as before." She pouted. "Aren't you tired of always wearing your Supreme Magus suit and robe?"
His shirt, robe, and pants were made of the finest materials. They were of pristine white color with golden embroideries and buttons. Only the shoes were black.
"It's not my fault if I dictate fashion in the Kingdom." He said with mock exasperation, making her chuckle. "Besides, they won't let us in without these clothes so suck it up and follow me."
"Who's they and how can they be so dumb?" Lith took Kamila by the hand and brought her to the Warp Gate of the Mansion, setting the coordinates for Xaanx.
From there, he opened a Warp Steps that opened in front of the Crystal Cauldron.
"As you see, Vonam, I've kept my word." Lith said to the concierge, a tall man who became pale from shock and then bright red from excitement in quick succession. "This is my lovely wife, Kamila Verhen."
"It's an honor to have you in our humble establishment." The concierge gave her a bow so deep that she expected to hear a thud on the ground. "Your table is ready and has been set up according to your instructions, Magus Verhen. Please, follow me."
Kamila had already been in high-end hotels like the Flying Griffon, but the Crystal Cauldron managed to surprise her anyway.
The floor was made of a smooth, dull grey marble that gave the place a refined look. It also kept stains from standing out too much until they were cleaned.
The tables and chairs were made of solid cherrywood painted the same white as the napkins and tablecloths. Large crystal chandeliers hung to the ceiling, lighting even the innermost corner of the restaurant as day, no matter how far from a window.
Each table had on its centerpiece a short but large vase filled with different kinds of fresh flowers to give color to the place. While Lith and Kamila walked through the dining area, she noticed how the place was divided by wooden fences into three different sections.
"They are beautiful. How are they called?" She said while sniffing at one of the unusual snow-white roses which had large and flat petals arranged in an almost perfect circle.
"Moonroses. They grow in Verendi." Lith replied while pointing at her necklace. "I chose them for you because even though they are not camellias, they still match your pendant."
'That's a Magus for you. No one else could cross continents for a bunch of flowers.' Vonam thought, inwardly throwing in the towel. 'At least the reputation of the hotel is saved.'
"Thank you. It's a thoughtful gift." Kamila blushed a little, giggling like a little girl. "Can you please send a waiter with a menu, mister Vonam?"
"A waiter? For a Magus and his lady?" The concierge said like she had just stabbed him. "Nonsense. I'll be at your service. Please, take your time and signal me when you are ready to order."
At a snap of his fingers, two small booklets made of paper appeared in front of Lith and Kamila.
"Doesn't he mean call-"
"Shush, or you'll offend him." Lith put his finger on her lips. "Magus or not, it's never wise to mess with the people handling your food."
Just as he had predicted, the concierge remained in the VIP area. He was out of earshot but in line of sight and ready to serve.
"Is that the reason you are always so kind with me before a meal?" She said in mock suspicion.
"Yes. I'm terrified of what kind of 'spices' you might add. Considering the size of my servings, I would never notice." He replied with an overly serious face that made her laugh.
"Jokes asides, why Moonroses instead of Sunbirds?" She showed the picture of the flower on her amulet. "And why did you shape my necklace after the moon instead of the sun? I mean, the moon has no light of its own. Without the sun it's just a rock in the sky."
"That's very cold and rational of you, but that's not my point." Lith shook his head. "You see, I gifted Elysia the sun because under the light of day everything is bright and colorful. Like the happiness we have built together when we had our baby girl.
"The moon, instead, lights even the darkest nights when everything looks lost and hopeless. Like you have done for me time and time again." He took her hand, kissing it.