Chapter 61

CHRISTIAN Darkness—that's all I could see around me. I was trapped in an unknown dungeon, and for a while, I didn't know how to escape from that tormenting imprisonment. Nevertheless, that gentle, calming voice—my sole source of comfort during that difficult confinement—is hers, Veronica's, and it sustains my hope. In that moment of vulnerability, her soothing guidance kept me alive and motivated. I followed her voice. I don't know for how long, but I didn't give up. At one point, I also heard from Zeon, who pleaded with me to return to him, which gave me renewed hope. Then, my mother's remorseful pleas urged me to return to her as well. With the support of my family and loved ones, a glimmer of hope appeared on the horizon. I eagerly pursued it and was soon enveloped in its radiant glow… My eyes were fluttering, and my eyelids felt like they weighed a ton. “Christian…?” Her gentle voice pierced my awareness, causing me to forcibly open my eyes. Initially, my vision was blurry, but her