Chapter 82

• I decide to spend a few hours in the Louvre while I wait for Rhodes to finish up with his meeting. Mia and Devon guide me through the priority lines so that I can get my ticket and audio guide without having to wait in the massive queue of fellow tourists. I would feel guilty but it's only open for a couple more hours and I want to see as much as I can before closing time.
• The inside of the museum is rather chilly so I'm quite happy with the way that I've dressed. My long black skirt is lightweight but protects me from the chill while my soft white sweater keeps me warm enough to not have to carry around a Danteet. I make my way through the various rooms at a rather leisurely pace, listening to the audio guide about a few of the pieces that peak my interest. Mia and Devon have made themselves rather scarce, alternating between one standing guard about ten feet away from me and the other standing by the exit scanning the room. It is a little odd to have security if I think about it, but it does make me feel good knowing I'm not completely on my own here.
• One of the piece in the room has caught my eye, the audio guide begins the tale of 'Psyche abandoned by Cupid'. Psyche is asleep in the bed as Cupid rises from the bed and reaches for his arrows, ready to leave without a single goodbye. The audio muses that perhaps true love is fleeting even in the mythical world. Though it's often said that Cupid and Psyche find eternal love in the end, so perhaps it's a bump in the road. I can't help but smile, reflecting on my own situation with Rhodes.