The New Year passed, welcoming the new calendar year of 1015.
Just a couple of days into the new year, the ice and snow began to melt.
However, the thawing season was often colder than when it was snowing, so even Gauss, with his cold-resistant constitution, added a few more layers of clothing for warmth.
"Knock, knock, knock!"
Gauss was packing his things, preparing to go out and train in magic, brute strength, and swordsmanship, when he heard a knock on the door.
He opened the door to find Aaliyah standing outside.
"Happy New Year."
"Happy New Year."
It had been too cold the past couple of days, so Aaliyah had been holed up at home for two days, not stepping outside.
This was their first meeting after the New Year.
Gauss welcomed her inside.
"Is there something you need?" Gauss asked curiously.
There was still some time before the scheduled day to gather and execute the commission.
