Steam from the oversized marble bath rose in thick, lazy curls, clinging to the opulent gold fixtures of the master washroom.
The water, infused with aromatic oils that smelled of sandalwood and citrus, provided a stark contrast to the destructive display of power they had shared only an hour prior.
"Ahhh… Now that's much better." Kurt leaned back against the cool edge of the hot tub as his muscles finally began to loosen.
Diana was nestled between his legs, pressing her back against his chest as she let the warmth soak into her skin. He had his arms wrapped loosely around her waist, and she rested her head back on his shoulder.
"Hey, Ana? I was thinking about what you said. About merging elements with mana coating. How do I even figure out what my affinity is? I don't feel particularly 'fiery' or 'airy.'"
"Hmm~" she hummed contentedly, shifting her body to get more comfortable. She reached down, taking his hands in hers and interlocking their fingers beneath the water.
