"Because you are different. You are from another world, yet you have endured so much here. You possess strength and resilience that I admire. And... and I believe you can help us."
Her words were sincere, and despite my cold exterior, I could sense the genuine concern and hope in her voice.
Despite my initial skepticism, her words didn't seem like a ploy to win me over. They felt genuine.
"I will help the Demons as long as their goals align with mine," I said, my fingers brushing her cheek.
"Eliminating the Divine Knights? I heard about it..." Ameriah mumbled, averting her gaze.
"Yes, I suppose we are allies then," I confirmed.
"But after that?" she asked hesitantly.
"After what?"
Ameriah clenched her fists. "Nothing."
I brushed my fingers across her lips as I leaned in closer. Her intoxicating scent filled my nostrils.
