บท 442: Key 3

"Worth more than your life?" she teased, her tone playful and charming all at once.

The man in front of her, couldn't help but take another glance, appreciating her beauty.

She was on a level beyond most humans—ironic, considering she wasn't even human. 

"My name is Nero," the man introduced himself, his voice calm and confident. "You might've already figured it out, but I'm not really from around here."

"I know. You're from the East, right?"

"Smart guess," he said with a small smile. "I didn't think it would be that obvious." 

Lilith giggled, picking up on his sarcasm. "Please, anyone with eyes would know you're not from around her." 

Nero's smile widened slightly, "Well, I'll take that as a compliment. Standing out isn't always bad. I got to meet you because you're pretty hard to miss yourself." 

Lilith raised an eyebrow, amused. "Flattery, huh? Don't think it's going to work on me."