Nothing big appeared during patrol, the only exciting thing that happened was several villagers complaining to us about stolen goods and maps. Aisha didn't talk much either, she must be analyzing the question I asked earlier.

Our day went by relatively slow, we passed by the other patrol group several times during the day - to kill time we explored new paths to take around the village and even discovered a few short cuts, I pretty much have the village layout memorized. Aisha and I hurried back to the meeting spot as soon as the sun began to set, both of us - especially Aisha - are exhausted from today.

Everyone but Eve and Elsword were already gathered, the look on Stella's face clearly says she is disappointed with the day's progress.

"You two!" She gestures us to hurry. "Anything new?" She asks the moment we arrive.

"Besides stolen goods and maps I don't think so." I spoke up. Stella grumbles with annoyance at my answer.

"Nothing again." She curses. "At this rate my whole village will kill themselves off."

"If only we know what we're looking for." Raven thought out loud. "Then maybe we can prevent more deaths."

"Maybe that mage is behind everything," Lucas pipes in. "Perhaps tonight we won't have any of our men fall into her spells."

"We have no evidence to prove her guilty." Aisha replies harshly. She turns her head away from the lizard," for all we know the real villain could be walking among us."

"Guys!" Glancing back I notice Elsword and Eve rushing towards us. I can't help but notice and annoyed look on both their faces and the newly formed bruises on Elsword's cheeks.

"Sorry we're late." Elsword pants. "We lost track of time."

"Well?" Stella places her hands on her hips. "Did you get anything useful from her?"

"If she was in my kingdom I would've cut her head off!" Eve snaps. "That human has absolutely no respect!"

"I'll sum up our day." Elsword cuts in. " When we got there she insulted our looks, next she called us names, and I think at one point she called Eve a human."

"Disgrace I tell you!" She slaps Elsword. "I blame you!"

"What?! Why do you blame me?" He rubs his red cheek.

"Because your human presence confused the mage! Not to mention you just sat there and did nothing!"

"Well you sat there when she said my face resembles a cow!" He points out.

"The truth hurts." Eve slaps him once again. "Be quiet, I must think of a punishment best fit for today's event."

"Looks like she's trying to avoid something." Aisha cuts the argument off. Her shoulders tense up. "I'll go and talk with her."

"What?" Elsword's annoyed expression is instantly replaced with concern - I bite the bottom of my lip at his response. "I'll come with you."

"It's fine." She smiles weakly at him. "Tell Buch I won't be home for dinner, this may take a long time."

"We'll save something for you to eat," Raven punches her arm. "Stay strong."

Elsword places a hand on her shoulder," take it easy, okay?" He gives a shoulder a tight squeeze. "I'll be here when you need someone to talk to."

Aisha's cheeks appear to flush in a light shade of pink," thanks, Elsword." Her eyes soften on him. I force myself to look away from them, my anger quickly taking over.

Lucas tugs at Aisha's sleeves," Stella and I will bring you there." The small lizard gives a reassuring smile as he leads her away, Stella follows shortly after.

"Let's go back." Raven suggests with a loud yawn. "I'm pretty tired after today."

"I believe we all deserve to rest after today's work." Eve agrees. Elsword and I watch in silence as our two friends begin their way back home, awkward silence falls between us upon their leaving.

"Come on," I nudge Elsword's arm. "We'll wait for her to return at Buch's place."

Elsword stays silent for a second before replying," yeah." He picks up his pace, as if this is a way of asking me to leave him alone. My previous anger is soon turned to sadness; the thought of Elsword leaving me for Aisha bothers me greatly.

Elsword didn't talk much during dinner, I tried to start a conversation with him, but he either gave me one word answers or completely ignored me - no one but me was bothered by his actions.

I was hoping we'd be able to talk, perhaps have some good laughs to help keep his mind off of Aisha and Speka, with all the recent events I think it'd be nice for him unwind a bit. He finished eating relatively fast and rushed out the door soon after, it's obvious he's rushing to see Aisha - I nearly had to ask Eun to take over in order to prevent myself from randomly crying.

Raven assisted Buch with the clean up while the rest of us sat on the floor playing truth or dare. I couldn't concentrate throughout the game, all I could think about is Elsword and how he left us to go after Aisha — how he left me. It got to a point where Eun had to remind me to laugh at the dares, I have never been so distracted by someone up until this point.

I wonder where Elsword is; did Stella let him be with Aisha? Did Aisha let him be with her? I wonder what they'll talk about afterwards; and why did Aisha blush at his comment earlier? I shouldn't worry to much about them, after all they're just close friends; right?

Ara it's your turn.

On the other hand, why should I care about Elsword and Aisha? It's not like anyone else cares about them.

Ara Haan, it's your turn.

I'm here on a mission, so why am I worrying about what Elsword is doing? I should be worried about the person behind the Dark Magic and Aisha's grandpa.

Child, snap out of it!

"Hey," Eve waves her hand in front of my face. I instantly snap back to reality.

"What? Is it my turn? Who did the dare? Do I need to—"

"You spaced out on us, idiot!" Chung says with crossed arms. "If you're going to play then at least try to pay attention."

"Alright I'm done the dishes." Raven sits himself down beside Eve. "Who's turn is it?"

"You guys can play." I spoke up before Eve could answer. "I'm going out for a walk."

No one questioned my sudden leaving, they simply watched in confusion as I walked out the door — it's not like I want to answer their questions anyway, a nice walk should help clear my thoughts out.

Sighing I begin my way down the the quiet village, with only the faint lights from each house lighting up my path — not that I need any light to help me see. I kick a pebble out of the way, it bounces along the street like a rock skipping on water, with only the nearby house to interrupt its path. My frown deepens at the thought of my mixed emotions.

"I don't get it, Eun." I whine to the demon. "Why do I feel this way?"

I have done some observations lately and I think you are jealous of your mage friend.

"Jealous?" The word rolls uncomfortably out my mouth. "Why would I be jealous of her?"

I do not know, after all, you are the one who possess a powerful demon like me. Perhaps you are jealous that Aisha has the red haired boy by her side. I do not understand why he is so special, but it appears you grow angry each time you witness him by her side.

"Elsword is special to me?" I try to laugh at my own statement. "That can't be it, he's just my friend."

"You sound like a crazy person." I snarl at the unexpected voice behind me. Chung instantly holds his hands up," calm down! I don't plan on be slaughtered tonight."

I relax at the familiar face - even if its a face of someone I hate," what are you doing here?" I cross my arms. "Shouldn't you be inside playing truth or dare."

"I came all the way here to get you and this is how you treat me?" He narrows his eyes. "You're lucky I don't have my cannon with me."

Hold on! Did Chung just say he came to get me? What kind of sick joke is he trying to pull? "Ha ha you're so funny." I roll my eyes. "Look, I just want to be alone."

"That's too bad, I'm here to bother you." Chung casually makes his way toward me. "I need to ask you something anyways."

"Oh really?" I prepare myself for another one of his insults. "If you're going to ask me something then I get to ask you something next time."

"Whatever," he stops a few inches from me. "Why were you so desperate to save me? Back when we ran into the lizards."

I raise my brow at him," what's there to know?"

"It's clear that you don't like me, so why go through the trouble of saving me? Leaving your enemy to die is a more efficient plan." He points out matter-of-factly. I hate to admit it but he has a good point.

I cross my arms at his statement," yes, you are someone I don't really like." I began with a stern tone. "However, your friends would think otherwise. If I allowed you to die back then it would've been a selfish act. Sure, I wouldn't have to deal with you anymore; but how would Elsword feel? Do you think Raven would be happy? What about everyone else?"

Chung remained quiet, for once he has nothing to come back with. I take this once in a life time opportunity to continue talking," I may work along side with a demon, but that doesn't mean I don't think about other people."

"Fair enough," Chung turns his head away from me. "I guess I never thought of that."

Perhaps you should return back to the alchemist's place. There is no reason to stay here any longer.

'I would still like to sort out my thoughts first.' I'd like to return without any mixed feeling, that way I can enjoy my time with everyone else without having to worry.

"By the way," I nearly forgot Chung was around until he spoke up. "You shouldn't ponder on Elsword so much, it makes you look stupid."

"How did you—"

"I notice quite a lot of things." He interrupts. "It's not healthy."

Of all the people who could've noticed; why does it have to be Chung?

"I do think about him often." I confess - this is probably a huge mistake. "Eun says I'm jealous of Aisha; can you believe such nonsense? Why would I—"

"I don't particularly care about your sob story." Chung rudely cuts me off. "All I know is that Elsword wouldn't fit you. He's a walking disaster, only that mage can deal with someone like him."

"I see," my eyes burn of tears. "I shouldn't care of such things. It irks me how this bothers me so much."

Chung roughly punches my on the shoulder," stop crying, spoiled brat, it's not worth it. Get back inside and continue the game with us, it got awkward when you left."

I hurriedly wipe my eyes dry," thanks." I sheepishly play with my fingers," and sorry for bothering you with this." It feels almost wrong to have a normal conversation with him.

"Don't expect me to do this a second time!" He began to walk away. "You'll give me half your breakfast tomorrow, I expect you to have nothing but crumbs on your plate."

"I saved you so you should be the one to give me food!" I shot back. "I believe you should be the one handing over your food tomorrow." I mentally pat myself on the back.

Chung glances back at me," then we'll both keep our share of food, until next time."

At that moment I couldn't help but notice the smile formed on his lips. I have never seem him smile - aside from his annoying smirks - and I don't think I ever will after tonight.

I could've just been seeing things, but I can't help but feel happy at his actions. Even as his enemy I would like to see him smile, laugh, and be happy some more.