Guardian
Xavier clenched his teeth, then spoke in a low but unwavering voice, "She will not! I have faith in her..."
Lucian slowly shifted his gaze to the lake as well.
"My dear friend Xavier, you must remember, she is no longer the young Iris who adored you like god. She is now a different individual. She may not be the one who loves you."
Xavier chuckled, "It seems you underestimate me, Lucian."
Lucian cast a sidelong glance at Xavier, his brow lifting slightly in curiosity about Xavier's words.
"We are engaged, and we have been residing together for several weeks," Xavier replied with a charming smile when he noticed Lucian's surprise. However, his smile waned upon hearing Lucian's hearty laughter.
"Hahaha... Xavier, you must be jesting, aren't you? How could you have shared a bed with her!? I can clearly sense that she is still a mere mortal. Xavier, don't attempt to deceive me..."