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Shadow Guard (6)

Death was a scary thing, but at the same time, it brought new life or let life continue. Life and death were a part of the same cycle, regardless of what anyone felt.

"Sir Blaine, for now, you must keep your family hidden. When Prince Levi gets news of his unsuccessful attempt, he may lash out at you and your family again."

"Thank you, Sir, for everything you have done for my family and me!" Blaine gave a sincere bow to Grey. He didn't know the man's name, but he was grateful all the same.

"There is no need for thanks. I had a motive for saving your family. My mission has been completed."

Before Blaine could say anything, Grey had disappeared into the shadows.

He had no idea where Grey was going or if they would ever meet again, but he hoped that one day, he would be able to meet the man under different circumstances. Regardless of what he had said, he wanted to thank the man from the bottom of his heart...

Grey had saved his family's life. He had saved his life.

The moment Grey got back to Prince Cecil's room, he was engulfed in an embrace from behind. He was about to panic but he felt the familiar arms being wrapped around him.

These hugs from behind can be scary sometimes, especially when it's dark. But also, he loved it when his lover did this to him. It was an odd feeling. Back hugs, face pinches, forehead rubs. Those were all the quirks God System had. It didn't increase or decrease.

"Master, what's wrong?" Grey spoke up, worried that something had happened.

Hearing Number 18's gentle voice that 18 only has with him, Prince Cecil unconsciously relaxed his grip. "I was worried because when I woke up, you weren't there."

Prince Cecil was becoming increasingly clingy. Not that Grey minded it since he enjoyed the attention. He was just worried something had happened to his icy cold Master. Did he have a nightmare or something?

"Number 16 is here to protect you as well."

"I didn't notice him there."

Number 16 poked his head out from the shadows. He felt hurt but at the same time, he knew it was probably a good thing he wasn't noticed. "Master, your servant is here to watch over you tonight!"

"You may withdraw. I would like to speak with Number 18, in private." Prince Cecil said, his voice devoid of emotions. He only had affections in his words when it pertained to Number 18. Anyone else was irrelevant to him.

"Understood, Master!" Number 16 didn't question it and left the room. He decided to guard the surrounding area instead.

Grey turned around, still being held in a hug. "Is something wrong, Master?"

"I keep having dreams that I was following you from world to world. Even though it has only been fragments of memories, I knew you and I were both in these worlds. We were lovers in every world and I can see that we both love each other very much." He had to make it a point that not only were they lovers, but they had an abundance of love for one another.

Dreams? Following from world to world? His husband was also getting his memories back in this world. The frequency was increasing as well. Grey was really happy. He was so, so damn happy.

Grey couldn't help but take off his mask so that Prince Cecil could see his expression. His eyes held warmth and his smile was gentle. He put his hand on Prince Cecil's cheek.

"Master, I am happy you remembered some of the times we had spent together."

Prince Cecil's eyes widened. "You remember everything? Truly?"