Chapter 188: Farewells

Just like in her dreams, Esme seemed to be pulled into her memories and was now reliving where she left off before Erebus ripped her away from the dream. Now she was her past self, Nyx, the goddess of night once more by Gabriel's side, wearing their chitons and staring at a world she never knew truly existed until only days before. 

Nyx stayed in the underworld with Gabriel, counting down the days until she would have to leave. Neither slept, remaining awake so they would not miss a single second together and to stop any communication through the dreams which Erebus could control. The goddess was surprised he had not tried to get her to leave yet, and the underworld provided some protection from the god, but she knew it would not last long. Nyx knew Erebus was biding his time, but she could not help it and clung to Gabriel like he was her lifeline.