"We can only prepare for the worst," Ironin finally opened his mouth. "Let's take Saint Ava with us. She needs plenty of rest."
With him finally speaking, none of them refuted. Saint Ava didn't feel like being stubborn either. She agreed to go to the human world for the first ti.
They went to Darius and Zinnia's house that was located in the center of the city. They let Saint Ava recover there.
"I'm going to send a ssage to Arthur. I'll see you in two days," saying that Felix left for the tower.
In the evening, Veronica got ready to leave the house. As she opened the door, Ironin asked, "Are you going to et the man from the last ti?"
Veronica halted and looked at him. He was leaning against the wall. He was as calm as ever as if nothing could phase him.
"I am," she casually replied. "If you want to co along, you can. I won't stop you from guarding . It would be nice to have company."
Ironin stared at her for a while before heading inside to get his cape. He wrapped it around him and covered his head before heading out. Soon, they went to Morina's Place.
The place was as busy as usual, bustling with the crowd, beautiful and seductive won, sll of alcohol, music and laughter. Veronica, who disguised herself as a man, tugged her hoodie so that no one would recognize her.
They moved to the center of the structure. A hall was present. There are nurous tables and chairs set up there. While so won were playing music, others were dancing. The chairs were occupied by the patrons. Gazing at the alluring dancers, they neglected to eat. The atmosphere was lively and energetic, with the music filling the hall and the dancers moving gracefully. The custors were captivated by the performance, enjoying the entertainnt provided.
Veronica chose an empty table of two and sat on the chair. Ironin chose another empty table. They both ordered food and drinks. The al arrived not long after. While Veronica got roasted chicken with mashed potatoes and baked vegetables, Ironin got stead salmon with cream potatoes and vegetables. Both ordered orange juice instead of alcohol.
As they savored their als, Veronica and Ironin couldn't help but admire the skill and passion of the dancers on stage. The vibrant energy of the restaurant seed to enhance their dining experience, making it a night to rember.
While Veronica was eating, soone ca forward and said, "I didn't think you would dress as a man."
Veronica looked at him and saw the familiar blondie. She childishly grinned at him. "And still you recognized . Were you expecting to be one of those girls in red dress?"
"I can't say I wasn't. I'm disappointed that I didn't see you as one of those dancers," saying that the blondie took the chair opposite of her and sat down. "Please don't misunderstand . I'm not saying that I wanted you to have a life you wouldn't want. This kind of life is pretty sad as it is. But I at least thought you would have a dancer disguise. Would be nice to watch you perform."
"Huh! I thought I have made you perform a lot since we were children. You still have the energy to think about performance?" Veronica asked.
The blondie laughed slightly but it seed more forced than real. "Those things from childhood still haunt my nightmares."
Back then. Veronica was a brat who would order her team to perform for her. She always pretended to be the king and made her 'subjects' do different performances and if they failed to amuse her, she would beat them up. No one dared to talk about her tyranny because of how scary she was when she was a child. After growing up, she beca a graceful lady. They didn't know how it was possible.
Only Eugene who was a noble born went to study abroad didn't know how she grew up to be. He was quite surprised to see a lady out of an evil brat, although he didn't know how didn't she beca a devilish nun.
After ordering his al, he looked at her. "So, what are you doing these days? Why are you outside the temple wall and wearing clothes like that? Did you not beco a nun? Or did your crazy idea of becoming a free human co true?"
"Why? Do you think I would beco a great nun or sothing?" she tried to tease him.
"No, no," he quickly shook his head and truthfully answered, "You would be a terrible nun. If you left the temple already then you have done a great favor to them."
Veronica sighed. "I'm not like that anymore. I've grown up. I hate violence than anyone else. Trust ."
"I would want to but I'm not sure if I can fully trust you based on your words," he uttered. "So, you are finally free I presu."
Veronica smiled upon hearing the question. "You are right. I'm free. I can do whatever I want and there is no one to stop from doing what I want. I'm living the best life." As she answered, her eyes looked forward. Her erald orbs were shining.
Ironin was silently chewing his food. He paused when he heard her answer. His mind suddenly wandered beyond reality.
Eugene stared at her in silence. Afterward, the corners of his lips stretched. "So, you are free, huh? Good for you." He sounded forlorn and yet he wished her well.
"What about you?" Veronica asked. "You have completed your studies, have you not? Did you take over lord's duty or sothing?" She didn't an to ridicule him. She just wanted to make fun of him as a commoner. The fact that she wasn't a commoner anymore wasn't known to
him.
However, his reply was rather dull. He sounded more depressed as he said, "Duty... you can say that. I'm not as lucky as you are. If I was, I'd be having an adventure in the ocean. Living in civilization isn't my thing."
When she heard him, Veronica shook her head.
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