Finally, a place that was dark and cool.  Tara wondered aloud if there was a pool.

Hermes said no, but claimed something better.  As they walked through the halls Tara wanted a sweater.

They reached the sitting room and, oh my, the contrast.  Tara starting to sweat, it happened so fast.

The sun poured through windows like Tara had never felt.  She was almost certain she started to melt.

Hermes twirled around, face turned up to the sky.  Tara backed from the room and said softly goodbye.

Next Chapter: Red (Mars)