I faced Azrael, with a serious expression.
Azrael stared back at me, stunned by my words.
"So.. You're leaving Inferno and going to the Azure Kingdom because the card is quite far from here?"
"Not just that. It's dangerous for me to keep living here for various reasons."
Azrael smiled at me.
"Then, should I go with you? Let's live together in the Azure-"
"Azrael, listen to me."
I cut him off before he could even finish his sentence as I raised my hand.
"I will only bring the other six and myself. Not you or the rest of your underlings."
I started firmly.
"... Hmm, fine then."
He raises his hand, placing it on the back of my neck, and pulls me closer.
He gave me a soft kiss on the forehead and smiled at me happily.
"I love you."
His voice was soft and loving, however, I couldn't bring myself to say I love him back.
My heart clenched in pain and I feel bad, but this is also for us.
