it looked like someone was already missing illesh terribly, even though we’d only been apart for a day. not long after i returned from the hotel, my phone hummed softly. when i glanced at the screen, there it was—a message from my boyfriend, tynan! i couldn’t hide my excitement as i replied, eager to recount my little winter adventures in london. as i had foreseen, he asked for a video call (his clingy little cat clung to him the whole time). just look at his face… i can’t wait to return and cup his kissy cheeks in my hands :3 i showed him the aquarium knick-knacks i had just found at a small shop. lowkey thinking about getting him one too 🤔

Dear Santa, are you hearing Nethers’ wishes… or perhaps a wish from someone still waiting for his gift?

Side quest unlocked for the one left at home: got annoyed, said “fine,” and chose to become Santa for the neighbors.