Are you just going to keep lazing around there?

At this point, Ana couldnt take it anymore.

She was bored with fiddling with her tool, and while there were a bunch of other things she could do, the Loli found it hard to ignore the boy in front of her.

Im not lazing around, Kuzon replied, now gazing at her.

S-sure, you arent She found herself stuttering, unable to keep up with his handsome features.

Upon seeing this, Kuzon smiled.

Whats that grin on your face for?.

Nothing.

You sure?

Yeah

Hmmm Ana felt weird vibes from Kuzon.

To be honest, he wasnt much different from the guy she knew.

They hung out and talked a lot, just like this. Of course, Kuzon never really talked much about himself and Ana carried most of the conversation.

Still, why did he seem so much like the Kuzon of the past now than he did during their first meeting?

Alright, spill. Ana sighed, deciding to finally have a conversation with the boy.

He might be a jerk, but Im not.

She was used to having male friends, like Edward, who would try to hide things from her. She could tell from Kuzons face that he was hiding a great deal.

The golden haired boy gave a slightly surprised expression at her statement.

Ive not forgiven you for leaving me yet, but Her eyes met with hisclear blue with goldenand she heaved a sigh.

I guess Ill listen to you for a moment.

Kuzon broke into a smile instantly.

You really havent changed at all.

H-hey! Ive grown in a lot of ways, you know?

Yeah, I know. He narrowed his eyes and widened his smile.

This caused Ana to shiver since it almost felt like Kuzon was ogling her body.

J-just say something already! This is a limited edition coupon. It wont last forever, you know?

Ah, really now?

Ana closed her eyes and nodded with a false sense of superiority.

Yup! Im just taking a break.

Interesting

Whats interesting about that?

Nothing.

Urgh! You really Anas glare was slowly returning.

She began to reconsider talking to Kuzon. It wasnt a very good idea, to begin with.

I guess Ill just return to

How have you been? Kuzons voice gently came forth.

His eyes showed sincerity, and a warm smile permeated his face.

Ana found herself melting as she witnessed this.

W-wha?

After I left how have you been? Youve grown into a fine young woman. A lot must have happened, right? You even killed a Demon Lord, and Ive been hearing good stuff about your work. So how are you?

To be frank, Ana never expected that question especially from Kuzon.

But, his gaze didnt seem to have any hidden intentions behind them. It was the opposite, actually.

It was almost like he truly, genuinely cared about how she felt.

I wont get deceived by you a second time! Ana shut her heart and hardened her face.

I was fine. Her response was short.

Hmm, I see. Kuzons response was sullen, his face displaying slight disappointment.

And you? How have you been since you left? Ana returned the question to him.

To be fair, she knew nothing about him. As much as she didnt like Kuzonor tried not toit was difficult trying to eliminate her curiosity.

Busy. I was busy.

Yeah? You dont seem so busy now. Weve been waiting here without doing anything tangible. Ana gave Kuzon a suspicious eye.

Well, thats because I was waiting for something.

And whats that?

For you to talk to me.

W-wha?! Anas face turned pink instantly, and she was unable to hide her flustered, jumbled feelings.

The fact that Kuzons expression was calm made Ana feel much worse.

It would be too boring if were to journey together, and theres nothing to talk about.

Is that so? Her face instantly fell.

Yeah.

Silence pervaded the area, and both of them engaged in a brief staring contest.

The first to look away was, of course, Ana.

And? Now that Im talking to you are you satisfied?

Not really. You seem upset at me for some reason. What did I do to you?

You mean, other than abandoning me for such a long time without maintaining contact?

Y-yeah other than that Kuzons face slightly scrunched up.

For the first time, he appeared flustered as well.

Well, lets see Ana began listing his offenses.

You called me dead weight. You sent the wrong signals by giving me a mere customary greeting in form of a kiss. Worst of all, you act all innocent and make it very difficult to dislike you!

Wait, how is the last one a bad thing? Im just being myself.

Well, yourself sucks!

Wow, youre really mean.

See what Im talking about? How am I the bad guy here? Youre the one who kissed a girl and left for that long period without saying anything, then you show up and kiss that same girl again. You whisk her away to your lovely home and suddenly expect that she becomes your chatting buddy.

Kuzon was silent throughout Anas venting. Patiently listening to her, his gaze never left for a single moment.

He didnt even blink.

And thats why Im mad at you. Ana took in a deep breath after she was done complaining.

She deflated on the golden sofa and sighed.

I see. Can I ask something first before answering your complaints?

What is it?

Are you mad at Jared too? Or, rather what do you think about him?

What does that matter to you?

Its just a harmless question. Kuzon strained a smile.

Just how much did Ana not trust him?

Yeah, Im mad at Jared probably even more than I am at you. I initially thought he was just a dense idiot, but it turns out well, it doesnt matter now.

This wasnt just childish rage. Anas face displayed absolute seriousness.

Both men had wronged her, and she was sick of it.

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