Chapter 13. Not a Monster

Finally, Helios kisses Moon Ryeong goodbye. He knows Moon Ryeong has no desire to kiss him back and keeps her eyes open, but Helios can't help but smile when he realizes she doesn't resist his kiss. Helios gently lowered Moon Ryeong's hand and let go of her shoulder. He tries to decipher her emotions after the kiss, but her facial expression is meaningless, even for a brief moment. Helios sighs deeply, then grabs Moon Ryeong's hand and pulls her behind him as he walks.

Helios intends to flee their kingdom in order to avoid everyone who wants to kill him. He wishes to avoid Kim Sung Gi and leave his current life as a monster that everyone despises. He was well aware that the entire country was looking for him and plotting his death, especially after he assassinated their King.

He wishes to start a new life outside of this country. He wishes to leave Joseon and live in a country far away from here, where no one is aware of his existence. He wants to leave all of his grudge