Doesn't Mind

They all arrived in the human world and seeing Lilith happy was overwhelming, even for Sicily!

She looked everywhere, left and right, above her to admire the clouds on the sky, and even looked at the ground beneath them!

Yes, Lilith watched movies of the human world, but she didn't know that her firsthand experience will be this fun!

"Hey, stop it..." Nadia elbowed Lilith. "You're like a country bumpkin!"

However, the young lady ignored her. She just continued admiring the scenery around her, and the humans that they were passing by, too!

Since they intend to go explore the place, they didn't bother concealing their identity. With that, they freely roamed the human world, Sicily also conscious about herself.

"I didn't know that the human world can be this... bustling," she commented, Dharvey letting out a laugh.

"Well, it is. It's more bustling now compared to before. Maybe because of the advancement of technology as well!"

As the two were talking, Amon followed the group from behind. Compared to the others that they can freely show their identity, the Grim Reaper decided to conceal himself. It is because he cannot show himself wearing his cow-head mask. It would not be normal to people unless it's Halloween.

He could opt to wear another mask that is common to the human world and make a reason like attending to a masquerade party or whatever, but still. Amon sees the need not to and will just wear his usual mask.

Even though it's heavy...

Amon observed Lilith from where he is. Lilith really beamed and if he could compare her to something, then it would be the sun. Her energy is something and her demeanor is indeed too lively and too bright like one—making anyone who would look at her admire how happy she is.

Somehow, Amon envied her.

Amon always thought what it would be like to be expressive. Amon always thought what it would be like to show one's emotions out in the open. He can choose to actually show that, however... he found himself uncomfortable for doing so since he is not close with a lot of people.

Even as a kid, people who observed him would always comment how plain and boring he is. Not a lot of people get close to him, which is why he never bothered to be so open and expressive.

As the Grim Reaper was drowning in his thoughts, all of a sudden, his eyes met Lilith's. The moment they locked eyes for a brief moment, Amon's heart raced when Lilith smiled at him, giving him a wink at the same time before she refocused her attention to Nadia and Aidan.

Amon's lips turned into a tight line. He was always used to being ignored. He rarely goes out in large groups and when he did with the king, his adviser, and Nevin, he was always used to being ignored, too, unless he is being talked to. The conversations don't last long, either.

But to Lilith... she never bothered to initiate eye contact. She even smiled at him and she didn't make it seem awkward when their gaze met. Lilith is indeed different from all of the people that the Grim Reaper had met and it made him think right here and then...

If they could get closer and get to know each other more. If so, then... he doesn't mind.

Amon would actually like that.

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Author's Notes:

I'm sorry for being here again, but I would like to make an early announcement. I plan to lock the story as early as chapter 51 since I will be busy with work—I'm going to leave my teaching job and the clearance process is too long. Other than that, we will be having our graduation and recognition rites.

So that's why starting today, chapters will be 1 chapter per day. I cannot push myself further any longer because of the heavy workload I have as a teacher—especially with the clearances and grades needed. I have 6 sections I handle other than my advisory class. :')

Also, another reason why I am locking at chapter 51 is for me to be able to have my MGS starting June. I need to make writing as my temporary main source of income since by June 10, it is the last day of my work and I won't be having a job until I get accepted or whatever.

So I'm sorry—I originally plan to lock by 61, but I have to move early 10 chapters. I'm really struggling financially and I need the money to pay for my mental health as well. I am diagnosed with severe depression and anxiety and am told to take my medications until December.

Maybe you guys will ask "why quit your job then if you are struggling?" As much as I wanted to stay, I can't because the hectic and heavy workload is one of my triggers. :( My doctor advised me to take a rest and do what I love which is writing.

When I'm ready and okay, she will give me a certificate that I'm fit to work and will pick myself up in my next job. So for now, I will need to rest and rekindle my love for writing. My depression and anxiety is also one of my reasons why I was on hiatus for how many months before I wrote again. :')

I hope you guys understand. I hope you still support me and my books. I have other books as well if you are interested in helping me.

Thank you and I apologize again for bombarding this chapter. I hope you guys are feeling well—even with your mental health. Everything is so difficult right now and I hope you guys are feeling well. Take care everywhere you go and make sure to prioritize your health, too!

Don't be like me—love yourself and give time for yourself. You can't pour from an empty cup. It's okay to say no to people and do know that you matter. <3 Don't take more than you can chew. Take things one at a time—slowly but surely.

With Love, MysticAmy~