Ivica's Secret!

"What exactly do you mean by that?" I asked, perplexed.

"It is exactly like it sounds Ares,...I am at the end of life," Ivica stated as she took off the camouflage, her beautiful face going pale and the clear black circles under her eyes becoming obvious.

!?

"T-This—" As I watched her, I was left dumbfounded.

"Don't you dare tell me you find me ugly now?" Ivica spoke with melancholy.

"...Of course not, you are still as stunning as ever," I hurriedly retorted.

Ivica laughed and added, "Pftt hehe, don't worry, I was just teasing you, but I appreciate the compliment."

"...."

"How much time do you believe you have left?" I asked with seriousness.

Nonetheless, I'm unable to help her because the dungeon where the alleged strengthening fruit is hidden hasn't yet materialised.

"Hmm, I'm not sure exactly, but I can tell you that I won't be alive to see the upcoming tournament," Ivica replied, trying to smile.

"...."