Chapter 421: A Decision to Make (1/2)

”Well… The truth is…” The boys looked at each other for a moment, before both of them suddenly erupted into a belly full of laughter. Without saying another word, they both chortled mirthfully causing yet another wave of confusion to spread amidst the rest of the team.

After like a minute, they finally calmed down, looking much happier, and at ease than before. Not understanding what was going on, Scarlet was about to explode with rage, when finally his brother, Drake spoke up.

”If you really want to know, we resolved our issues, we can finally both place our trust in each other without any reservations. I know that he is honest, and what he does, he believes it is the right course to take. His mind is clear, and his soul is not tainted with corruption.”

Nodding, Aiden followed up.

”And I know that your brother is also an honest and prideful man. He only wants to do what is best for his family, which is actually something we both share. I have already shown my trust to both of you when I shared some of my secrets. As for the rest, you will know them in time.”

Although what they said was pretty much the ideal resolution to the problem, Scarlet wanted to know something else, something that they seemed to deliberately skip over.

”But what about the-”

However, before he could finish her question and ask it for the 3rd time, she was once again interrupted. Ignoring her, Aiden turned towards Drake, the smile receded from his face replaced by a serious, solid outlook. He looked into Drake's eyes as he fired the question to him.

”Are you sure you really want to know the answer to your question?”

Although she wanted to complain at first, as the treatment she was receiving wasn't fair in Scarlet's eyes, but, when he heard Aiden's question, she decided to stay silent, and look at his brother to see his reaction.

After all, this was the question that started this whole mess. Surely he would want the answer he thirsted for, right?

Unfortunately for Scarlet, Drake smiled at his friend and shook his head without any hesitation. He placed his right hand over his left shoulder, giving it a few gentle pats before he replied with a frank and friendly tone.

”No, you do not need to, Aiden. I trust you. I know you have your reasons, and I will not pry.” He took a light cough, as his appearance shifted, taking on a more serious outlook before he continued with a much more sympathetic voice.

”Just know that you can relax. Whatever your secrets are, or whoever you may truly be, it doesn't matter, and will not change the fact: My sister and I will forever be in your debt and will always think of you as our friend.”

His brother's emotional speech, caused Scarlet's anger to abruptly subsides, only retaining her lingering awkwardness as she looked at the both of them. Taking a brief instant, she coughed as if masking her embarrassment before nodding at Drake's words and adding a few of her own.

”Y-yes, just as brother said, the fact that we are here together is by no means your achievement Aiden. So…” She nodded, averting her gaze and muttering the last part of her thoughts under her breath. ”…thanks.”

With that said, she didn't wait for any answer from the boy. She turned around and quickly scampered back to Lily and Galina's company, leaving the annoying boys behind. Suddenly, she felt that playing with the dogs was a much better way to spend her time…

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