Athena was reluctant to ask again. The phrase 'someone important' was enough to tell her that she meant little to Xavier.
The air in the apartment that morning was quiet, only the sound of the air conditioner could be heard softly. Athena was still sitting on the sofa, holding a cup of chamomile tea that was no longer as warm as before. The soft aroma still wafted, but it was not enough to calm her mind.
Julian sat beside her, keeping a polite distance. However, his gaze could not lie. He stared at Athena as if she was the only one who deserved to be saved from the cruel world.
"You know...." Julian's voice finally broke the silence. "I thought you would give up, but it turns out you are very strong at dealing with Xavier's volatile attitude."
Athena smiled faintly, but her eyes were s
