"Do you have to go?" Mia embraced Zachary.

"Yes, my father needs me to join him and lead the army against the Tirans." He held her face and looked into her eyes, "but hey, don't cry, you've not to worry. I'll come home to you and then we can marry!"

Her face lit up, "You promise?"

"Yes." He left her on the dock and boarded the ship. He waved from the bow and she waved back, tears forming in her eyes.

"I'll write everyday. Goodbye love!" He called. She stayed, watching the ship disappear beyond the horizon. Her lover was gone.