Chương 46: Did you not learn anything from my own marriage?

Mariore couldn't help but laugh at Aiden's bluntness, though there was a pang of guilt mixed with amusement. "You do have a way with words, don't you? Stealing someone else's partner!"

"I don't have the luxury of time like the civilians of Everkeep, Mariore," Aiden explained, his tone softened with sincerity. "I am a knight and a protector. I could die at any moment in battle. I won't keep you waiting for marriage like your boyfriend does. So let's rise, bath, and get married."

His words carried a sense of urgency and determination, but also a deep-seated commitment to their union.

In their naked state, Aiden ran carrying Mariore, who was also naked, towards the river.

With a burst of laughter and excitement, they leaped from the edge of big stone, Mariore clinging tightly to Aiden's neck.

Splaaash!