Cyril's words seemed to carry no particular meaning on the surface, but I knew it had hidden implications, and I dared not think too deeply about them.
I took a deep breath and responded with a joking tone, "Of course, I wouldn't leave you before you've betrayed me."
However, Cyril's reply was unusually serious. His deep voice was filled with conviction. "Aurora, I will never betray you."
His tone was as earnest as a believer praying fervently.
I admit, such sincerity made it hard for me to remain unaffected.
But I couldn't accept Cyril's feelings. I wasn't ready for that.
Pretending not to understand, I smiled at Cyril and said, "Well, it seems our partnership is truly unbreakable."
I deliberately emphasized the word "partnership," reminding him of the nature of our relationship.
