460 The Long Lost Tale (Part XII)

His words surprised the girl and her lips parted slightly. Their gaze deepened with their faces being reflected in each other's eyes so clearly. The next moment, his hand moved and before he knew it, his hand was on her cheek, caressing it with the back of his fingers.

The mood became solemn and intense and in the next second, young Abigail turned to face the Dark Dragon Hills as she cleared her throat. Young Alex realized what he was doing and he was quick to retract his hand.

"W-what's wrong?" he asked as he too followed her line of sight.

"I think I should go say goodnight to Lexus. Want to come with me?"

Alex didn't even hesitate and he immediately stood up, ready to accompany her.

"You like Lexus, don't you?" she giggled.

"He's cool," he replied and the two of them climbed the mountain again, hand in hand.