Brother's Claim

"Frolic…? I-I won't frolic, I swear…"

Rocco had no idea what Sylas was talking about.

Absolutely none.

Still, he knew better than to respond with anything that might further displease the irritable boy holding him hostage.

That would surely get him sliced into pieces.

Whatever Sylas meant, Rocco decided to quietly shake his head in earnest denial.

Sylas narrowed his eyes suspiciously, scrutinizing Rocco's helpless expression.

Then, with a slight huff—as if frustrated or perhaps sulking—he mumbled,

"…I found you first."

"Huh?"

Rocco blinked rapidly, completely at a loss.

Found me first?

What was that supposed to mean?

But before he could think further, Sylas finally set him down on the ground with an annoyed expression.

Thank goodness… it's over…

Rocco nearly sank to his knees in relief.