Passing and killing the time, we talked a lot of things happily. What will we do in the future, where we are staying, family, past, all of this things became our topic as we engrossed our self in this precious moment. Laughing out loudly while telling jokes, ah~ how precious is this time. I might wish for this time to stopped forever~

Her beautiful and stunning face, I will definitely engraved it deeply inside my heart. Treasuring this moments like a pack of priceless gold's. Her warm and soft voice was like a pleasant music in my ear. But sadly, this virtual world seemed more like reality rather than a fairytale. There is no such thing as happily ever after. All of the things in this world always end and new ones will be born after.

No matter how much you treasure it, no matter how much you wish to stay with her; it's just won't happen. Although we promised to meet each other again in the future, but the future is always bleak. We don't know if our vow and promise right now will ever come true.

"...I...I think I need to go now..." I said as I watched her beautiful smiling face.

Her smile cramped for a second but then seemingly recovered as she slightly nodded. In a soft voice she said,

"After stopping here for such a long time.....It should be the time to leave..."

"".......................""

Silence filled the air as the atmosphere around us became heavy as if a cold storm just passed by leaving despair and destruction on its wake.

Do you know the feeling when you suddenly saw a girl and even though you just met her, you think that you want to see her again ?

You want to see her smile or even more, make her smile yourself~

A thought passing through your head, declaring that she was the one ?

The girl you were looking for and felt that she was the one that you wanted to be buried with ... ....

--- That's what I'm feeling right now~

"...Not too long from now, I might be able to finish this dungeon but... Do you really need to go back?" The silent and heavy atmosphere that persisted for a while was broken by my question. You can't really blame me because I really felt like crying now!

"...Y-yes...I need to..." Flora said with a forceful smile. But I can't help notice that in the corner of her eyes was a silver, transparent liquid which is the accumulation of his own feelings.

"I see..." I whispered in my heart as I laughed bitterly upon my own stupidity. Although I know how she feels, but I still ask her such question. I'm really a selfish bastard that don't know how to express my own feelings. By asking such things, didn't I just made her feel worse? Gosh, I should have listen and not sleep during [ Social Interaction ] classes! Although I doubt they teach about this in class~

"Don't be like that! Didn't this queen already promised you that we would meet in the future!?"

Flora shook her head and gently touch my face, caressing it as if it was the most precious thing in the world. Her hands were so cold yet an incredible warmth was still flowing into my body. She was smiling but her eyes showed sadness. She looks very happy but the look in her eyes; sorrow was reflected, a feeling that I would never ignore.

With slightly trembling voice, she said softly,

"Even if I turn this world upside down...This queen, Flora promised you that after I finish solving my problems ....I will find you! I will return to your side no matter what happens."

"........"

Quietly listening to her, I placed my hand on top of her hand that's on my cheek while nodding.

Gently shaking her head, Flora thought quietly for a while before she suddenly stood up.

"Y-you know what Hein? Although we just met for the first time, although we only know each other less than a day or two, I had grown to like you more and more. It's as if, I had known you before I met you." She softly said. She turn her head around to look at me, a small transparent liquid gently fell on her beautiful face.

"You know I hate humans, but strangely enough I can't seem to force myself to hate you. Your voice and behavior carry no arrogance, sometimes it project humility, sometimes resolve and pride that is bigger than a mountain. how do I say this.... yeah you're quite interesting and amusing!"

As if finding her words funny, she started laughing softly.

"So you really saw me like that? ha~....."

"Hehe yeah. When I met you for the first time, didn't you act very funny? Although when a human meet me for the

first time, they often show fear, hatred, greed, lust? Such disgusting expressions was always reflected in their eyes.

But you....well, I don't know how to say it but I can't just put it in words"

"Well, humans are like that. Honest with their desires but you know I also felt 'Lust' when I saw you for the first time you know~ I can't help it, a very beautiful woman like you suddenly showed up, what can I do? I'm a healthy human boy after all~"

"Is that so? well, I don't see it that way you know~ and I also felt that it's fine if it is you~"

"Well, well I'm quite honored 'milady'"

""Pfft....Ahahahahahahaha""

Laughing, we somehow forget such depressing feelings as we indulge our self in the happiness.

"That's why...Hein, although I only met you not too long ago, your place in my heart can never be replaced nor erased anymore. I will surely return to your side no matter how much time pass by. Even if in that time there's another woman by your side, I won't be discouraged because... the place beside you is the only place in this world where I truly belong!"

Saying that, she stooped down, as she gently lean on me and hug me. She placed her hand on my back and softly stroke it. She slowly separated from me; although somewhat unwilling, she look at me while blushing. Her elegant face seemed even more charming and beautiful.

'Oh God! with this, I'm truly done for!'

There was no doubt about it! I've fallen in love with this delicate looking yet super strong queen in front of me.

"Yes... Love was made, not because of how long one know each other but the feelings that grow when they're together... I will wait for you no matter how long; you are my queen, my princess and my only...love"

Seeing her exceedingly beautiful and lovely face, I couldn't help but stretch my arms and gently pull this beautiful queen in my embrace again. Although Flora was slim, her body felt very soft. Holding her against my chest felt very comfortable.

Flora's beautiful face turned even redder but she didn't show even the slightest resistance. Extending her arms in my back, she hugged me back.

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Standing in the huge black door's entrance, tightly holding her hand. My heart as if stabbed by a million needles, I felt

reluctant to leave. Flora stood beside me, her pretty eyes moistened as if she were about to cry.

Staring at my face, a helpless bitter smile suddenly surface on her beautiful face.

"The time we spent together might very short, but this love and longing for you is never an illusion... When the time comes for us to meet again, I swear ...we will never separate again."

Facing Flora's somewhat despondent smooth face, my mouth parted slightly, wanting to say something but I can't seem to think anything. It feels my mouth was dry as no words come out.

Without no choice, I can only say something I read once before,

"Like a boundless sky and as vast as the ocean, my love for you is deeper than the Mariana Trench. Like the sun that

loved the moon so much, he choose to die every night just to let her breath. I will become your sun, as I will wait for

us to be together someday like a very beautiful eclipse~"

Hearing this, Flora laughed bitterly, shook her head slightly and said,

"Silly~ the world outside is bigger than you think. Aside from me, there are more beautiful women that might catch your attention so you shouldn't speak as if it's final. Who knows, while we are apart you might find someone else~"

"That maybe so~ "

The confident smile and the words I causally said caused Flora to be slightly shocked. It seems she didn't expected my honest answer.

"No denial? Isn't that something you should never tell your lover? I'm quite the possessive type, you know~ More like such confidence, I wonder just where does that confidence coming from?"

Although that's what she said, her expression was still showing how happy she is.

"What? Don't you already know how charming, handsome and cool your man is?"

I said jokingly.

"My man huh~....that seems to be right~" Flora said as she heartily laughed.

If I may need to point out what I really love about this adorable queen, then that would be the way she laughed. A normal noble girl would laugh in a reserved manner, especially if they 'think' they are a lady. They would not show their teeth when they are laughing, they also emphasized on manners, etiquette, appearance and other nonsensical matters. However, this queen of mine is a very unique and lovable woman. She would laugh whenever she wanted, not caring about what other people think.

If you categorized the people in this world then they would be only two, A [ Real ] and [ Fake ]. She is a [ Real ] type of person. She would laugh unrestrainedly without caring about appearances. Her smile was as dazzling and stunning as the sun complementing her beautiful face.

By the way, if you want to know which type I am then I'm the latter....

Wiping the tears accumulated in the corner of her eyes because of laughing so hard, she said in a very soft voice.

"Yeah that would be right... but if it really comes to that point, then what should I do? You'll just discard me because you found another woman..."

Hearing that, I couldn't help but smile bitterly.

"You're the one whose silly...I can't be so sure but I might really meet various people in my journey, some may compete to stay in my side because of my awesomeness hahaha just kidding, well, who knows what happens but you should always remember this. The only spot in my side will always be yours, no matter what happens, no matter how much time pass by that would never change. This may be just sweet words for now but believe it, I really mean it."

Flora's pretty eyes radiated an unknown feeling as her lips curled up into the most dazzling smile I have ever seen.

"You mean more to me than you think. You are the only one who gave me warmth I've never felt before. I love you more than you can never imagine"

Hearing this Flora hesitated for a moment before reaching her hand and gradually retrieving the necklace hanging in her long beautiful neck. It was a silver chain necklace and at the end of it, was a green colored pendant. The pendant looks like a rose coiling in a sword with the top of its hilt was a crown.

"This necklace has always been passed from my family. From now on, you will be the new owner of this item. Pour a drop of blood on this so that wherever you are, as long as you always wear this then I can always find you. This necklace also let me know whether something bad happens to you. Treasure it well..."

Lover's Necklace

Description: Protective charm worn around the neck. It was passed down from the royal family of Dryad and it was said that when the dryad passed this to someone then it meant that she was willing to give her life to him/her. Whenever something bad happens to the wearer, his/her counterpart would be alerted right away and will call him/her to his/her side.

Effects: + 500 Health points.

+30% Health regeneration

+ 200 Nature Affinity

Counterpart: Dryad's Queen, Flora

The necklace felt both warm and cool, moreover it still had a faint body fragrance remaining, perhaps a result of having remained on the skin of a woman for a long time.

Holding the necklace in my hand, I can't help but smile. Although I was very surprised with the description and the effects of the item, I didn't reject it. Slowly putting the necklace in my neck, I nodded slightly while letting out a brilliant smile.

Flora's beautiful eyes stared at me and then let out a sigh,

"When this door closed, it can't be open from the other side. I also can't help you when you're in trouble inside this dungeon for it is your trial...so please be always be safe. Take care of yourself...until we meet again, p-please don't d-disappear..."

With tears rolling down her face, Flora lowered her face and lightly peck her lips on to mine. Stunned, I only stood there on dazed as the huge door slowly closed down.

"...Good bye my love..."

Shaking my head, I said

"No, its [ See you later ] right?"

"Ah, hahaha right, then see you later my love"

"Yeah, see you later my love"

The huge door closed with a 'Dang' sound, leaving me there alone. Standing still and gazing where Flora was standing before.

Congratulations! You have obtain Dryad Queen; Flora's Mistletoe of Love and Blessing! Increased your basic stats by 10 and Natures Affinity by 100.

New Title Acquired! [ Flora's Lover ]

New Stat Acquired! [ Charm Stat ]

"[ If you truly love someone then try to set it free, If it comes back then it's yours from the start, if not then it's never been yours ] huh~...If I need to choose then I would never ever let you leave my side... Is this the bittersweet feelings I always heard about?...

Flora, the warmth you've given me, the love you've showered upon me, Gods be the witness, for forever my heart will always be yours..."

I don't know why but tears was flowing nonstop from my eyes.

"T-this won't do...I-it's not like that, O-okay...I don't know but I think there's a ninja somewhere, cutting onions while passing in front of me....I-I see, I'm really not lonely, that's right I'm not crying! Damn that Onion Ninja! I will definitely beat you to death if I ever saw you!"

Making absurd excuses, I can only sighed in loneliness as I turned around and allowing myself be comforted by the darkness enveloping the passage.

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Walking carefully through the magnificent hallway that was lined with huge Greek style pillars, I tried to be cautious as far as possible. Actually, there was no chance of being ambushed because of my skills [ Menace ] and [ Divine

Sense ], but still it really doesn't hurt to be more careful than usual. Although it's dim, the hallway was still giving off a faint light that enabled me to see the way clearly. It's more likely the effect of the stone's attached in the ceilings. When I use [ Divine Vision ] a while ago, it showed that these glowing stones are called [ Sun stones ] a luminescent type ore that gives off light.

The floor was made off reddish-brown clay bricks that seemed like the same ones as from the ever famous [ Pyramid ]. But as I walked further and further ahead, I noticed that the atmosphere of the hallway was getting tense and heavy. The Greek-like pillars were engraved with not-so-impressive, ugly and eerie pictures that looks like murals.

It was like those pictures found inside caves , antiques and old ruins.

'Uugh, this doesn't look good! B-but I need to do this, not only for my sake but also to free Flora! Be it a monster or a demon, bring it! I'll show you who's boss!'

At the end of the hallway was a pair of black doors with golden linings. The carvings on the door were similar to the ones on the pillars. 'Just what's the wrong with these pictures! Did their budget fell short in making this game that's why they can only hire a child to draw this pictures?' with cold sweats running in my back, I stupidly displayed such absurd question in my mind.

Slowly, I retracted my foot and took a step back. I just stood there and stared at the ominous looking pair of black doors and never move for a long time.

The reason is simple, as I was about to open the door, a loud noise ringing in my mind. It was the alarm that looks like its banging in my head and ringing like crazy so this can only mean one thing. Beyond this door lies a very strong and dangerous foe! This feeling wasn't a mistake, because I can also feel it. My senses are going crazy as if saying that as soon as I entered in this place I will be crushed into pieces.

A second passed, I was still standing looking at the door in daze. I tried to enter several times now but each time I move, a very terrible wave of danger surges. Is this maybe because of my [ Divine Sense ]

Gulp!