"This is good."
"So there's only one last question left—"
"You approached me as the 'Non-Living Master', what exactly did you want from me?"
Charlotte watched his eyes.
The youth spoke, "I initially sought Strength only to survive."
"At any other time, I wouldn't believe such words, for this occupation carries great importance, and in the multitude of higher cosmos, endless beings covet this position," said Charlotte.
"So what?" Shen Ye asked.
"So I purposely took a beating just now to see what you would do."
"—The moment you gave up your position as 'Non-Living Master' without hesitation, my last trace of doubt also vanished."
Charlotte revealed a tender smile.
She reached out, gently caressing Shen Ye's face, then tiptoed, slightly tilting her head, allowing her lips to meet his.
Clumsy and childish.
"It's Lancy."
She said.
Parting and then returning.
Warm and accommodating.
"It's Pei A'suo."
She said, then kissed him again.
Shy yet brave.
"It's Annie."