Page 56 of I Dated a Retired Hero

“No idea. That is between him and Nelith. I found refuge and peace in cooking. I don’t know if he was given that opportunity.”

She finished her breakfast and stretched. She smiled. “Right. Fast shower or solar shower?”

“What?”

“We can clean up without wasting time. I just don’t like to do it in bed because too much light radiation messes up the fabric.”

He grinned. “This I would like to see.”

She set her cup down and got to her feet. She looked at him, and he looked her over. “Oh, little star. You are stunning.”

“Uh-huh. I can stun you another time. Up on your feet.”

He got up, and she looked him over. “Well, part of you was already up.”

He chuckled and removed his clothing for the flash shower.

“There. I even bleached your teeth.”

He laughed. “That is handy.”

“Yeah, once we get you clothing made from UV-resistant fabrics, I can do it while you are dressed.” She cocked her head. “But I might still flash fry your bits before they get inside me. Safety first.”

“Fair enough.” He laughed. “Can we dress now?”

“Yeah. Today is going to have more people who know what I am than ever before.”

“Will you dance with me later?”

“Of course.”

He leaned down and said, “I am going to get dressed properly for a day of socializing.”

She nodded. “And I am going to be comfy but stylish.”

“Meet you downstairs in a few minutes. I have already enlisted assistance via Zera.”

“What kind of help?”

“I don’t know, but Drin is pulling up to the house.”

“Shit!”

Litha was dressed, pulling her hair back in its accustomed tail and stepping into shoes she used in the yard. She came out and looked at Drin as she was coordinating a large truck to settle near the grass.

“Morning, Litha. Zera gave me the day off to help organize your party. This is fun.” Drin grinned and then looked at her. “Oh, wow. You look so different at home.”

Litha chuckled. “Yeah, I do. When everyone around me isn’t scared shitless that I will sneeze and irradiate them, it helps me kick back a little.”

“Well, Khytten’s Baola called and told me what was needed, so I am all for it.”

Litha sighed. “Seers.”

Sergei came out looking sharp in a button-down shirt and black trousers. “Hey, Litha. I am going to get my mom and auntie. They are going to take over your kitchen.”

“Acceptable.”

He wrapped an arm around her waist and kissed her. “Back in ten minutes.”

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