The journey home felt so different from the journey there, because this time Viana knew that Eryndor was with her, and as one of the Elders of the Elf race, she felt safe with him.
They traversed the forest at a leisurely pace, spending their time on the journey sharing stories. Viana felt free and open expressing her thoughts, as if Eryndor was a safe place for her to be herself.
One afternoon, they stopped by a lake that reflected the orange and purple sky. Viana sat on a large rock, gazing at the lake, feeling the peace of the place.
Eryndor sat beside her, so close to her that Viana could feel the warmth of his body even though they weren't touching. The silence between them made Viana feel comfortable.
"I never imagined I could feel this kind of peace, since before I returned to the past," Viana said softly, looking at the first stars beginning to appear in the sky.
