"Oh! Isn't that our favorite couple of the moment?" Elreth said as soon as she saw the couple. Although they had disguised themselves, the quality was poor, so those who knew them could easily recognize them.
Khione's naturally cold face turned a bit colder, almost affecting the surrounding temperature, but Nero squeezed her hand and managed to calm her down.
"Greetings, Khione and Nero. I hope you've been well," Azalea said, wearing her trademark smile, as if trying to diffuse the volatile atmosphere.
"I'm fine," Khione responded curtly, while Nero simply nodded.
"Nero, can we talk later?" Elreth suddenly declared. Nero's response was immediate.
"I refuse."
"Come on. I want to discuss something important with you. You won't be disappointed." She wasn't about to give up, so she insisted, but his response was firm. He wasn't an idiot; accepting her proposal would obviously displease his girlfriend.
"Still, no."
