Charles looked at the palm of his trembling hand. Despite many scars, it was undeniably a human hand.
A flash of Black Blade, crimson blood dripped—everything seemed more normal than ever.
Anna snuggled up playfully and asked with a hint of teasing in her voice, "What's the matter? Checking out your love and career lines?"
Shanshan's eye, also brimming with curiosity, drifted over to join in on the fun.
"What else do you know? Tell me everything," Charles said, his brows furrowed, as he lowered his shaking hand.
"What's the rush? Let's walk over there and chat. Speaking of which, this island is so beautiful, it's my first time here."
Anna wrapped her arms around Charles's elbow and rested her head lightly on him as they walked toward the sunny, inviting beach.
Walking on the soft sand, warmed by the sunlight, Anna simply kicked off her high heels, stepping barefoot onto it with her pale feet.
