A Role To Play

Saint Ai was confused because the man did not seem to lie. On the contrary, it was almost as if he respected her, which made an awkward silence descended on them. The man in front of her was supposed to be dangerous, but Saint Ai was unharmed throughout the exchange.

"I have to admit that I still don't know what you want from me."

"For you humans, my feelings can be seen as respect, awe, and love. I don't want any reciprocation, but a simple acknowledgment will be enough. These things are foreign to me as well, as I never felt them before."

Saint Ai blinked and stared at the bloodlust-filled man with confusion to see if there were any signs of his words being lies. However, albeit looking pale and having blood-curdling eyes, the man looked sincere.

"I watched you in your tower for the past month. I admit that not even I match up to your perfect existence," Lorius tilted his head while spreading his arm. "You are this world's favorite existence."