Chapter 41: A Love Triangle
Ethan and Anya, unable to resist their curiosity, had eavesdropped on Yun-ho and Nova's conversation from a nearby thicket. Their hearts ached as they heard Yun-ho's confession and Nova's disappointment.
Anya, who had always harbored feelings for Yun-ho, felt a pang of jealousy. She had admired him from afar, hoping that one day he would notice her. But now, it seemed like her chances were slim.
Ethan, on the other hand, had developed a crush on Nova. He had always been drawn to her mysterious aura and her powerful magic. But he had never dared to confess his feelings.
As they watched Yun-ho and Nova walk away, Ethan couldn't help but feel a sense of sadness. He knew that he had no chance with Nova, not as long as Yun-ho was around.
Anya noticed Ethan's dejected mood. "Don't worry, Ethan," she said, placing a comforting hand on his shoulder. "There's plenty of other fish in the sea."
Ethan smiled weakly. "I know, but..."
Anya interrupted him. "Look at the stars, Ethan. They're beautiful, aren't they?"
Ethan nodded. "They are."
"And so are you," Anya said, looking him in the eye.
Ethan blushed. He had never been complimented by a girl before.
"You're pretty great yourself," he replied.
Anya smiled. "Maybe we should focus on helping our friends instead of worrying about ourselves."
Ethan nodded. "You're right. Let's go find Yun-ho and Nova. They need our support."
As they walked away, Ethan couldn't help but feel a sense of hope. Maybe things weren't so bad after all.