He was surprised by how quickly their bond had risen, thanks to the help of his System. Despite the sudden, uncalled-for tension, neither Selene nor Miyu had seemed worried; they were less concerned with the situation and more surprised by how far he had come without their expectation.
Eran took a moment to savor the realization, then his eyes traced back to Miyu, who was still staring at him, waiting for his focus.
With a low chuckle under his breath, Eran added with a teasing smirk, "Well, what would a queen expect from her king? Perhaps… many qualities, I guess."
Miyu groaned playfully, her voice soft but laced with humor. "I didn't expect that. You always catch me off guard…" Her fingers traced a small circle in the air toward him, a playful gesture. "If it isn't the king himself."
Without a word, Eran stepped closer, lowering himself to sit beside her on the bed. The mattress dipped slightly beneath their weight, and the quiet distance between them became a single breath.
