Do you miss him?
In spite of their bitter marred former life, Ezrahl had not wronged her even once in this new life. Time and time again, he tried to protect her. He was there, even though it was simply his duty.
Even though too many things still remained shrouded in dread and uncertainty…
Aesther responded after a long time with a small smile, "Hmm, a bit."
Seeing the subtle sadness behind her eyes while saying that, Esmer felt a strange flicker of warmth. But it disappeared as she continued.
"As my knight, your big brother had been injured too many times while trying to save me." She did not let her contempt reflect in her voice as she spun the bitter lie. "He is always helpful to everyone."
Esmer was young. She did not wish to prick his innocent heart by letting her hatred for Ezrahl come in the way. The words she said were merely fragments of what she once falsely believed.
But he was already frozen, too still for a long moment.
