Tiamat's onyx hair fluttered with the opening door, her gem like purple eyes locking with Adam's.
He saw the lingering fear, relief, and the deep delight in their depths despite her attempts to show stoicism through her features and lighthearted tone.
"Hehehe. Back already? I thought you'd tour the underworld a little longer."
'I guess I could if I wanted to spend an eternity of suffering in Tartarus.' Adam sighed, waiting for an answer that didn't come. Instead, Tiamat scrutinised him, a slight frown creasing her brows.
A brief silence lingered before he raised his palms. "Thought you'd counter with one of those snarky remarks you have the secret of."
