Chapter 135: Lupinum

Ophelia woke up to frantic licks upon her face. She groaned in confusion at the scratchy, yet moist sensation. Immediately, she heard a soft bark. Her fingers ran through soft fur and she immediately woke up, wondering what could be beside her. Nyx's bright amber eyes peered into hers, reflecting her exhausted expression. She fumbled upright, gathering her beloved puppy into her arms. Was Nyx's eyes always this golden? She peered around in confusion, wondering where Killorn went.

"Good morning," Ophelia sheepishly murmured, scratching Nyx's chin. In response, Nyx wagged his tail energetically, enjoying all of her attention. "Where did you go? I haven't seen you in so long."

Nyx tilted his head innocently before hopping off her lap. He pawed insistently at the door, almost eager to go out, but how did he enter in the first place? She saw the basin of water near her nightstand and deduced that he must've snuck in when one of the maids came.