Bab 383: Dragon Emperor will kill you for it!!

"The money you're asking about—I really gave it to the orphanage," Aether declared, his voice steady but his face betraying an awkward tension as he faced Raven Noir. She sat rigidly in her chair, her gaze shifting between Aether and Lia, who stood uneasily beside him.

Lia nodded in agreement, her expression mirroring Aether's discomfort..... It was Raven's money, after all, yet they had chosen to donate it to the orphanage, believing they were doing something noble and right!!

However,

"I don't care about the money," Raven stated coldly, her tone leaving no room for doubt as she adjusted her sleek sunglasses. Both Lia and Aether exhaled deeply, a visible wave of relief passing between them as they exchanged furtive, relieved smiles.

Aether, sensing the tension easing, nodded toward Raven, "Well then, we'll be leaving. And thank you for your generosity... " he said, forcing a smile as he gently squeezed Lia's hand and began to move toward the door.