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The blush that sprang to her cheeks came more quickly than she could control it, so she turned her head to the side. Had it really only been a few days ago that two of them had confessed their love for each other? It seemed hard to believe, given all that had happened. "To be completely honest, no, none of the four have ever been. True, James, Lelinus and I trained, fought, and played together, but...there was always a disconnection. But between Lelinus and I, there was...a very strong bond. He and I have always been at each others' sides, no matter what the situation or the outcome. The last few days have been difficult without him. Most people believe I became his bodyguard out of pity, but in truth, it was out of respect. He is a stronger man than even he gives himself credit for, and everyone else sells him short." She looked her father in the eye.

"The truth of the matter would be that after fourteen years, the two of us have developed feelings for one another, which only recently show themselves."