After the eventful expansion quest, Martin woke up refreshed.
Yesterday had been one of the best days of his life. He had ridden Ao Tenshin into the final clash, helped finish off Raze Dawg, and watched his party claim a victory that thousands of players would probably talk about for days.
And yet, somehow, none of that stayed with him first.
Kill Clause's smile did.
The way she had looked at him was still there the moment he opened his eyes. It had not been her usual sharp, teasing expression either. There had been something softer in it, something that made his chest tighten harder than any raid boss, field boss, or legendary quest ever had.
Martin stared at the ceiling and slowly dragged a hand down his face.
Bruh, I am actually cooked.
He rolled onto his side and let out a slow breath.
If Victoria hadn't saved me there, I really would have kissed her, huh?
