Natasia asks for Sebes back so she can put him back in his crib: Really? *After Niya hands him over and they exit the room, making sure some soothing music is playing for him, they both are walking down the hallway.* I didn’t want to be a parent for a long time but after a while, I thought I was ready. 

Niya: -her eyes are still closed- Heh you are very ready. He sounded healthy, he just wanted a cuddle.

Natasia blushes even though Niya can’t see it and as they leave, Natasia puts her arms around Niya’s waist and whispers in her ear: You can open your eyes now darling. You already saw the hallway a little last night hehe.

Niya: -she blushes and opens her eyes- Hehe..I told you I wouldn’t until you said so..Could we..talk now?

Natasia kisses her cheek: Yes…where would you like to talk? In my room or outside, in my courtyard over breakfast?

Niya: Heh if we’re going outside then I need clothes.

Nigelius appears from around the corner: Ah Miss Niya I presume? We have some lovely wears in your size that you can of course keep that would be wonderful by the fire on this winter morning.

Natasia seems a bit embarrassed because she didn’t ask her staff to do that: I’m not even going to ask how you all did that…

Nigelius: Nonsense, as a royal of the Court of Night, we make sure that all of our highnesses and their…companions are cared for.

Natasia nods: Yes yes. Well, how does that sound, my darling?

Niya: -the tip of her tail flicks back and forth from a mixture of giddyness and slight embarrassment at being called Natasia’s companion- I-I think that’ll be fine I suppose.

Nigelius smiles subtly: Then please follow me, I will take you to the guest room where the outfit is located and you can of course get dressed and have a bath run for you in there or you may share the space with Her Highness. It is up to you.

Natasia just puts a hand on her face and sighs: You can share my bathroom with me if you wish, Niya. It’s fine.

Niya: Oh um…heh I can get the clothes and come to..your bath if that’s alright?

Natasia is already walking ahead and smiles, looking at her from the side: Don’t be too long…

She walks inside her room and shuts the door, while Nigelius guides her to the guest room for her to see the outfit.

Niya: -she follows him quietly- Um…Thank you for getting me something to wear…I apologize in advance if I stretch it a bit..

Nigelius raises an eyebrow: …Why would you stretch it madam?

Niya: Well..my chest tends to be a difficult thing to get sized correctly for my clothes.

Nigelius nods: I see…I believe these clothes will fit quite well and we do hope you like them. Our seamstress made it herself and she is someone of recent employ but our Mistress insisted. She hails from Baehalan, if I remember correctly. So as I’ve said, the clothes should fit well. 

He goes to the closet and pulls out a very beautiful gown that has satin and silk with a fur-lined collar and cuffs of black with some heeled snow boots.

He looks at her and presents the outfit: Does this seem like something you may want to wear? If not, we do have other outfits in your size in different styles?

Niya: -she stares at the outfit in awe- It’s beautiful…Thank you so much!..Wait. You have more outfits? Why? This looks so expensive already…please, I don’t want to put you all out with all of this work…

Nigelius shakes his head: If I may tell you something, our Lady, as wonderful as she is, she hasn’t had anyone over in such a long time. We heard about you once and prepared because she doesn’t talk about anyone. We just wanted to see what you would fancy and perhaps you may come around more. I do apologize if this is overwhelming.

Niya: -she stares at him for a moment before she starts laughing- You all love her very much don’t you?

Nigelius smiles and nods: We have been with her and…promised to her since before her birth. We live for her and her wellness. We just hope that…maybe you can feed into her happiness and possibly help with her loneliness as well.

Niya: -she blushes lightly- Regardless of whatever is decided today…She is still my friend and I hope to be around her still.

Nigelius: Friend huh? Alright. Well Miss, is this outfit acceptable? I’ll take it to the Mistress’ room as I take you there and I hope you enjoy your bath with her.

Niya: Of course…and thank you very much for all of this.

Nigelius bows his head and they both go back to Natasia’s room. He knocks, waits and then enters: My Lady, I have brought your…friend back here and I’m leaving her outfit on the door by your closet. 

Natasia talks from the bathroom: Alright. Thank you, Nigelius.

He bows, looks at Niya, smiles and then leaves.

Natasia calls Niya from the bathroom: Niya…you can come in.

Niya: -she shyly comes into the bathroom and looks around, in awe of the sheer opulence of this entire place- Wow…

Natasia’s bathroom is very immaculately deep blue with a dark galaxy sky much like her office, it’s filled with gold trim and dark blue patterns in the shape of stars with a moon overhanging light of soft glow. She sits in her very large pool of warm water with its opaque water scented with honey, goat’s milk, and blue lotus petals.

Natasia smiles at her: Are you going to get in?

Niya: -she blushes and lets the robe slip off before getting into the bath with her- I can’t believe this is just how you live..

Natasia smiles and then slowly wades towards her: Yes I do. I am a rather…private person, I think as a goddess, this is the least of how I could live. It’s not overwhelming, is it?

Niya: -she watches her intently- No..it’s just different.

Natasia sits up out of the water in front of Niya, their height differences showing even in the water: And what does different feel like to you…Niya?

Niya: Hehe…it feels..safe. -she shyly takes her hand- It feels very very safe.

Natasia blushes as her hand feels Niya’s warmth: I…just want you to feel safe. I…Ummm *She blushes more.* I’ve always cared for you…at least for quite some time.

Niya: -she giggles quietly- It did feel like I started to get special treatment at some point~.

Natasia twirls one of her locs: Well…I do like you…quite a bit. And so what? Everyone else shows special treatment to someone and…well…someone should give you some sort of special treatment…*She gets closer and starts putting water on Niya’s shoulders softly.*

Niya: I…I started getting feelings for you when we started our tea dates…but I kept quiet because I didn’t want to make things awkward for you…You are my boss after all hehe. That and…well…the husband situation…

Natasia rolled her eyes: I also tried to keep it together because of your husband but…he just never seemed good enough for you and even if we don’t end up together, I felt like you would be better off trying to figure things out with a friend by your side. But…I had feelings or a spark of something when I saw you come in. I was curious and I haven’t been curious about anyone in so long…at least not in a romantic sense.

Niya: I’m happy that I could..pique your extraordinary interest.

Natasia smiles and cups her face with her hand: You’ve piqued more than that, much more. *She leans down and kisses her softly and then kisses her deeper.* You really have the softest lips. 

Niya: -she blushes deeply and smiles- So do you…So…What are we now?

Natasia ponders: Well, I would love to keep seeing you…if you would like but I’m not sure how to continue with your…husband being in the picture. I do not care about him but I do care for your safety darling. But…I would like to see you and date you in whatever way a goddess is supposed to do that.

Niya: If I could get away from Braxton I would!...I have been his prisoner for ten god forsaken years Tasia…But I’m tied to him with a timed mating contract…

Natasia sits a bit more in the water: Hmmm well maybe you can talk to your creator, he is right beneath you so I’m sure he would want to help but…we can figure this out together, okay?

Niya: I’ve always wondered how I could talk to him…If he can get me out of this I would be so so grateful…Not even my family knows what Braxton has done…

Natasia looks upset: Are you serious? *She growls.* That’s disgusting…he’ll pay…*She pulls Niya closer and wraps her arms around her.* Don’t worry, you won’t have to deal with this alone…

Niya: -she hugs her tightly- Thank you Tasia…Thank you…

The two finish their bath together and have a rather calm and romantic breakfast together. Soon though Niya has to return home until she can break her mating contract. Natasia sends her off with a moonstone of protection to help keep Niya safe. It would keep her safe from serious pain and heal any wounds or bruises she may incur from Braxton. Niya kisses her sweetly and leaves for home with the promise that come Opus Dae morning she would talk to her creator and King to see what could be done about her situation.