Chapter 89

"The closeness I want is not just like this," Beatrice smiled faintly. "But... truly close, not only through touch but also in the heart." She brought her hand closer to his chest, where his rhythmic heartbeat indicated that its owner was alive and that every nerve was stimulated by their proximity. "Closeness in the heart as well."

Sam stared intensely at Beatrice. He remained silent for a while before blinking slowly. All the words that had crossed his mind remained unspoken. He exerted all his strength to protect Beatrice. The safety of the girl beneath his wing was his priority. But the closeness in the heart that Beatrice desired was something Sam still couldn't grasp.

He was afraid. Many of his enemies knew his weakness.

Ah... Sam shouldn't have worried, right? After all, there was Quassano who would help him protect Beatrice. So, what was he afraid of? Didn't his own feelings... resemble Beatrice's? It was him who spoke about his desires, his commands, and h