He is telling the truth! Believe Him!

Delphine's expression turned utterly horrified upon hearing the story. She couldn't believe what she had just heard... she felt as if her heart had almost stopped for a second, her breath hitching in disbelief.

"Del? Are you alright?" Aether asked in a cautious tone, leaning closer to her, his gaze scanning her face for any sign of reaction.

He had told her what needed to be told!

Delphine took a deep, steadying breath before adjusting her glasses with a slow, deliberate motion. Her blank stare drilled into Aether as if he had just committed an unspeakable crime right in front of her.

"Y-You... you didn't love... her, right?" Her voice trembled, each word laced with hesitation and tears that threatened to come out at any moment!

Aether nodded softly, his warm fingers reaching out to gently rub her cheek as he leaned in closer, whispering, "Don't worry... I'm not leaving you. Never."