Yuanxi Palace remained in Westheid's arms for a long time, only leaving reluctantly when the first rays of twilight began to fall.
After seeing Luyetan off, Westheid heaved a long sigh of relief.
Although holding back had been exhausting, he found he had actually enjoyed the process of sparring with Luyetan.
Whether in chess or in the back-and-forth of a Chaotic Scene, it had been a long time since he had faced such an evenly matched opponent.
However, Westheid knew what was most important to him. He turned and said apologetically to Reiya:
"I'm sorry. It's not often you have a day off. I not only wasted your time but also made you endure Yuanxi Palace's cruel sense of humor."
Reiya shook her head.
"Mm... West, you were handling important business. The jokes and teasing... I don't mind them."
'Does she really not mind?'
Westheid trusted in Reiya's rationality and wisdom. She was by no means a petty, dramatic girl.
