After that interaction, Lovino can't help but keep his gaze fixed on Luciano at all times, as he can now plainly see what lies beyond the ice-cold barrier that Luciano has built around himself.

Lovino takes a look out of the window. Based on the dark clouds that have accumulated in the sky, the weather appears to be awful today, and it will almost certainly rain heavily later. He was deep in thoughts until he heard shouting coming from one of the rooms, which piqued his interest, and he instantly went to check.

There was a commotion in the conference room between Luciano and Hungary.

Hungary was holding a frying pan against Luciano, shielding Feliciano protectively behind his back, ready to swing it at any moment while Luciano was gazing at Hungary with a serene expression on his face

"You always hurt Feliciano just because he's weak. I cannot stand this treatment! " Hungary screamed in Luciano's face

Luciano remained silent that it enrages Hungary even more

"You're a monster!" she exclaimed. Although she expected a response from Luciano, he remained deafeningly silent, displaying no evidence of emotion. He appears to be unconcerned with the fact that she has heaped numerous insults on him in anticipation of his response, but this did not occur.

"Won't you speak anything?" Hungary asked, finally giving up.

Luciano looks directly into Hungary's eyes " Would you believe me if I said that I didn't hurt him?"

Hungry will reply. However, Luciano beat him to it "of course not. Why? Because you all see me as a heartless monster!"

The room fell into a deafening silence. Luciano didn't even notice the hot tears falling into his eyes.

"W-who will believe in a m-monster like me?" He questioned in a cracked tone of voice. Brokenness is evident in his eyes.

There wasn't a single word spoken, and everyone was completely still. Luciano looked at them with moist eyes and gave them a broken smile before stepping out of the room and into the hallway. They can only stand by and watch Luciano run away.

Luciano keeps running, not caring where his feet will lead him. He just wants to get out of here from the moment. He was fed up with being regarded as a monster by everyone.

He used to be like Feliciano until the ones he loved were killed. He was young when his parents got killed and got separated from his brother. He sees no meaning in life anymore until he encounters HRE that bring light into his life; however, happiness doesn't last forever. HRE died from war, leaving him alone once again. Life seems not in his favor as everything he was afraid to happen happened to him. They treat him like an outcast, they break him with their fist and their words, and they are the reason why his loved ones died. That is when his fear turns into anger, and that anger turns into wrath.

The shine in his eyes was replaced by an empty void. Those hands he used to hug were now tainted with blood, and he would not allow anyone to hurt him again.

But…..

He's not a monster; he only raises his fist when the situation calls for it, and his gloomy demeanor serves as a protective barrier against those who have attempted to mess with him.

Thunder echoes across the atmosphere while thousand of raindrops are splattered on the ground. Luciano paid no mind. This rain is nothing compared to what he's been through. His tears fall along with the rain. He can't contain this overwhelming emotion that he keeps hidden deep within his heart anymore. He wanted to scream all the things that hurt him, but no words came out in his mouth.

He looks above the sky, closing his eyes to feel every drop of the rain. The rain serves as a constant reminder of the agony he has endured because it is the only thing that has accompanied him as he has wept a countless number of times before life leaves his eyes, even while he is alive.

He hears someone calling his name. Perhaps it is only his imagination since he's worn out. Unexpectedly, he was yanked backward by a strong force.

"Luciano," Lovino was panting heavily and firmly grasping Luciano's wrist. In the beginning, he didn't think Luciano would reach it this far.

Luciano withdrew his hands harshly, ready to run again; however, Lovino got a hold of it once again.

"Let me go," Luciano faintly ordered

"No, I won't" Determination is present in Lovino's eyes

"Did you pity me? That's why you chased after me?" Luciano's lips trembled as tears continued to stream down his cheeks.

"No, because I believe in you" Luciano stares deeply into Lovino's eyes, searching for any signs of dishonesty, but all he sees is genuine worry and concern only.

After that response, Luciano's body appears to have lost all of its strength as he collapses to the ground sobbing uncontrollably. Lovino wrapped his arms around Luciano, seemingly unconcerned about whether or not he might become unwell as well. His pupils dilated as Luciano clutched into him and rested his head against his chest, allowing him to fully embrace him.

Luciano's lips were pale and quivering. Lovino can feel the trembling of Luciano's body and the faint breath he is emitting. If this continues, Luciano will lose consciousness and even have a high fever. "Luciano, let me carry you back inside" Luciano stared at him with puffy red eyes. "I-I don-t want t-to. I am n-not welcome there."

Lovino looks into his surrounding, thinking of an idea. He tilts his head because this place seems familiar, his mouth forms into O shape when he realizes that this location is close to his home "How about the house I am staying in right now? It is not far from here." Luciano nods and wraps his arms around Lovino's neck as Lovino lifts him up.