Chapter 108 - The Ark Of Minwoos Farewell (1/2)
”One request, darling,” asked Minwoo, putting up his index finger.
”What would that be?”
”Smile for me, darling.”
The Valkyrie gave another mock smile, tears threatening to flow out once more. She shook her head in dismay.
”How could I? How could I smile at a time like this?” she inquired, her voice cracking.
”Just try, it'll make us both feel better.”
Minwoo gave a small smile. The Valkyrie tried and was able to give a small smile, though it managed to squeeze out even more tears. Minwoo gingerly stroked her cheeks once more.
”Well, it could use some work. But it'll do for now,” commented Minwoo, slightly giggling at the failed attempt.
He then stood back and away from the Valkyrie and unsheathed his damaged blade. As he pointed it towards his chest, he paused. His hands shook, unable to push on any further. He then sighed, shaking his head in disappointment.
”Even though I've promised myself. Even though I've killed so many others. Now, faced with such an easy decision, I still can't find the strength to do so,” said the Marquess, putting down the blade.
”Taking your life isn't as easy as taking others. It's not the same. Others' lives don't mean anything to you. But when it comes to yours, you are bound to feel hesitant. I would, as well,” reasoned Mavislin, looking at him sadly.
”That's just human nature, right? Selfish to the core...”
”Remember that everyone you meet is afraid of something, loves something, and has lost something. I can't blame you for being hesitant. You would be leaving so many people behind.”
”And if I continue to live, the Umbra within me will kill everyone I cherish.”
”Let me do it then. I've taken lives as well. One more in the pile won't affect me,” offered Mavislin as she put out her hand.
”And I thought you didn't want me to go?” asked Minwoo, looking rather confused.
”I don't. But there's no point in seeing my friend suffer if I can give him a release on life. And besides, I don't do well with goodbyes.”
”Goodbyes hurt you?”