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Chapter 238 The night was deep. The night sky, filled with demonic energy, was so thick that not a single starlight could penetrate it, leaving the world in complete darkness. Yet, the darkness did not feel intimidating, perhaps because of the warm flame beside her, gently enveloping the surroundings. Was it said that the flame appears when one feels joy or happiness? Recalling the words she had heard a little while ago, Sylvia smiled softly. Did she know just how happy Sylvia was when she said she was glad they had become friends? As Sylvia thought about this and shifted in her place, she turned her head slightly to look at where Scarlet was lying. At that moment, Scarlet seemed to sense Sylvia's gaze, and as she glanced back, their eyes met. They naturally exchanged soft smiles. Just that small exchange felt like it melted away the fatigue and hardships of the past, and Sylvia thought that Scarlet resembled the flame she had kindled. Like a flame that gave her strength, shining w...

Chapter 237 “I think it was because I was scared.” As I told Sylvia that it was fear, I continued, remembering my parents, who were the most precious people in my life. “I’m the type of person who gives everything to the people I care about. But usually, the people I end up caring for are like me. Just like I would do anything for them, they’re willing to do anything for me.” I thought of my father, who sacrificed himself to protect our family. And I remembered my mother, who, despite being sick, hid her pain to keep working and not be a burden to me until the day she passed. The people who were dear to me had never hesitated to sacrifice themselves for my sake. Perhaps that left a deep impact on me, something like PTSD. “I guess I was scared of that. Scared that the people I care about might sacrifice themselves for me. That I’d lose someone important to me.” Even here in this world, Yoon Si-woo, someone I came to treasure, had sacrificed himself for me. “And you, Sylvia, you’re the s...