Atlas nodded, turning to go and headed towards a group of women. He had some matters to discuss concerning some missing livestock. He was hoping to get sleep tonight, but the fortress was at its busiest this time of year, so sleep was unlikely.

Xolia most likely would have trouble sleeping, but for different reasons.

Through the night, Atlas was setting about preparing for a possible skirmish at the vineyards and other matters at hand. By the time 2:30 A.M. rolled around, he was no longer needed.

He made his way towards his quarters and collapsed on the bed, falling asleep instantly. He hadnt botbered to change or anything. His exhaustion was consuming him at this point, so off he went to sleep. He was a heavy sleeper, so it was unlikely that he'd wake before sunrise.

(skip to morning?)

(Sure. Go for it)

Xolia woke up just before dawn, despite only falling asleep a couple of hours before. But that was her usual schedule.

Even though the people within the fortress were beginning their work at dawn, Atlas was still asleep. The way he slept made him look more like a demon than a man, his growl like snores not helping much. He only snored on nights when he was truly spent and tired.

Two gaurds stood at every entrance to Xokia's hut, as well as a few women linguring near. Last night Atlas had told some women to offer Xolia some cloths should he not be awake to do so himself.

She glanced at the entrance, walking over to the dor and opening it. Once she saw the guards were outside, she closed it.

The gaurds at the entrance looked at eachother for a moment before the woman of the two said, "let me," In a calm and quiet tone.
She tapped on the door lightly am waited to see if Xolia eould reply.

After a couple of seconds, she opened the door.