Chapter 663: Chapter 232 - The journey continues (part 8)

"Just so we're clear – the freedom I offer you isn't unconditional."

"...?"

Zoemi pointed out and Roiso glared at him while raising her brow, silently demanding an explanation.

"You will need to stay by my side. Always. The Efemare family hid your existence from the world and should not give us any problems in public, but they surely try to either kill you off or get you back in the shadows."

The black-haired boy leaned down and declared, staring deeply into the wide-open neon-pink eyes.

"I will make you strong, protect you until you are able to live without fear, and then I myself will need your help with saving the world."

Zoemi continued, leaning closer and closer in – at one point he put his hand on the backrest of the chair too, which resulted in a situation that Miriette would love to find herself in.