Chapter 373 - Similar to a life line (2/2)

Kazuya, she will get stronger. So, please...

…..

”You got that done quickly.”

Lyn didn't say anything and deactivated the blade in her hands.

Her eyes went wide when Rhys extended his arm and pulled her into her arms, ”It's fine.” He doesn't say anything and gently caresses her hair. For her, that was enough; right now, this is enough.

Rhys doesn't say anything as they make there way down the mountain path, and she's grateful. She's tired, so so tired; she just wants to rest. It's a quiet night, but indeed after fighting hours in the forest, she can't help but shudder.

Kazuya, it's cold. So very cold, if he were with her now, then she wouldn't be experiencing this. If she closed her eyes, perhaps the image she has of him wrapping his arms around her and feeling that warmth would… No, what is she thinking? She's silly. But in the end, if he were, he would most likely not have allowed her to do something like this.

After a while, though, Lyn broke the silence between them. ”Rhys?”

”Yes?”

”Isn't it troubling for you to do this every day? You're helping my brother out.”

”It is no problem.”

”Is that so?”

Rhys sighs, ”In the first place, it's strange that I have to babysit the leader. I've learned that these days that it's best not to bother looking for him, he will show up eventually even if you leave him alone.”

Ahh, it seems like he's finally gotten used to her eldest brother's pace. ”Besides, I believe I found someone even more troublesome to watch over.” Despite the harshness of his words, Rhys hand is gentle and warm.

”Indeed, I believe you should watch over that person more too.”

Rhys is similar to her lifeline now.

Lyn is grateful that he has been meeting with her right after her job ends. Although she does not allow him to assist with her work - he is always nearby. Lyn could sense it whenever she's in the middle of fighting, his presence. Maybe it's because of that connection that whenever she feels like she is about to lose herself, all she has to do is remind herself that Rhys is there. That there is somebody, who is waiting for her.

It took all her strength to control herself regardless. But she's grateful towards Riku. Because without her waiting up for her, then she would have lost control of herself already.

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Kazuya is frequently busier these days, which is why he had not been waiting for her at the usual place. However, that does not mean that he completely dissolves himself in his duties. Even before she enters her chambers, she already knows he's there. But she also knows that he's already fast asleep.

Lyn made her way across the room on to the couch, where he was asleep. She already told him to use the bed already - this is his palace after all. Yet he quote said that it would not be appropriate. Trying to act all proper in the strangest times, he truly is strange. If he's going to fall asleep, at least lay down on a proper bed.

It was hard for her to explain to brother Zepher, that she would be staying in Xi town for awhile.