Chapter 70: MANAS (1)

Ethan and Cedric watched Aria and Yona walk away before exchanging glances. A mischievous smirk spread across Cedric's face.

"Haha... Ethan, you've really caught a big fish this time. A noble's daughter, and an assassin at that. Should I start calling you brother-in-law from now on?"

Ethan shrugged with a playful glint in his eye. "Sure, if you're looking to get smashed," he smirked.

"Oops!" Cedric instantly stopped laughing, realizing he might have pushed too far.

"But seriously, Ethan," Cedric continued, his tone shifting to a more serious note, "you just had to get involved with Sister Aria? You know my brother has a crush on her too. It's going to be really awkward for me if you two ever meet."

Ethan raised an eyebrow, considering Cedric's words. "Ohh, I'll keep that in mind," he replied, sensing the underlying tension in the situation.

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