Villain MMORPG: Almighty Devil Emperor and His Seven Demonic Wives-Chapter 1038: Unspoken Feelings [Part 1]

Villain Ch 1038. Unspoken Feelings [Part 1]

A soft smile appeared on Azura's lips. 'I wish time would stop,' she thought, knowing full well it was a wishful fantasy. The steady hum of the motorcycle, the warmth of Allen's body so close to hers—it was all too perfect, too fleeting. But deep down, she knew she needed to calm herself. She had promised to think more clearly about her feelings before doing anything drastic.

It was the logical part of her that told her to wait, to analyze these emotions rationally. But her heart… her heart was speaking a different language entirely. The nervous flutter in her stomach, the way her pulse quickened whenever she was with him—it all pointed in one direction.

'I want to be here, with him,' she thought, gripping his waist a little tighter. But before she could lose herself completely in the moment, they arrived at the station. The ride felt far too short, like a snap, pulling her out of the comforting daydream she had been lost in.

Allen pulled the motorcycle into the parking lot, expertly maneuvering it into a spot. The engine quieted. He swung his leg over the bike and helped her off.

"We're here," he said, flashing her a smile as he removed his helmet.

Azura nodded, still a little dazed from the ride. She didn't say anything at first, and for a moment, neither did Allen. He simply walked beside her as they made their way toward the station entrance. She tried to think of something to say, some way to fill the silence, but her mind was a mess.

How could she possibly express what she was feeling without it spilling over into something she wasn't ready for?

It was Allen who finally broke the silence.

"So, you've got your ticket, right?" he asked, glancing at her.

"Yeah, I bought it online," Azura replied, her voice a little quieter than usual.

"Good," he said, nodding. "What time's the train again?"

"9:15," she answered, checking her phone to confirm.

They walked a few more steps before Allen spoke again. "You nervous?"

Azura looked up at him, startled by the question. "Nervous? About what?"

"Dunno," he shrugged, hands in his pockets. "Traveling alone, maybe? I know it's a short trip, but still."

Azura smiled, shaking her head. "No, I've done it a few times before. I'll be fine." She glanced at him, her heart doing that little flip it always did when he looked at her with that casual, concerned expression.

They continued walking, the station was getting closer. Azura felt her every step was getting heavier, knowing that with each one, she was moving further away from the warmth she felt with Allen. She wanted to say something, anything, to stretch out the time they had together. But her mind was a jumble, and every time she opened her mouth, no words came out.

"So," Allen said, cutting through her internal struggle, "what's the first thing you're gonna do when you get home?"

Azura was grateful for the small talk, a welcome distraction from the whirlwind of emotions swirling inside her. "Probably just relax a bit and do a bit of cleanup," she replied, trying to sound casual. "Maybe grab a bite to eat."

Allen nodded. "Sounds like a plan. You should take it easy for a bit. Don't overdo it."

"I won't," she promised with a small smile, though her mind was far from focused on what she'd do when she got back to her apartment. She'd been staying at the Goldborne mansion for a while now, and the thought of leaving—of going back to the routine of her own life—suddenly felt... lonely.

"Gonna stream tonight?" Allen asked, breaking into her thoughts again.

Azura shrugged. "Maybe. Depends on how tired I am when I get home. My viewers are always asking for more, though." She chuckled softly.

Streaming had been her way to connect with people, to build something of her own, but right now, the idea of sitting in front of a camera alone felt strangely unappealing. Not after the time she'd spent with him.

Allen gave her a knowing smile. "You're pretty popular, huh? Makes sense. You've got that energy."

"Yeah, I guess," Azura said, her voice a little quieter. "But sometimes… sometimes it gets a bit much, you know? Streaming can be exhausting."

"I get that," Allen replied, his tone softening. "But you're good at it, and you've built something really impressive. Just don't forget to take care of yourself, too."

His words, so simple yet so thoughtful, made her chest tighten. He always knew exactly what to say, without even trying. "I won't forget," she assured him, though her voice wavered slightly.

They walked a bit further, the station now bustling around them. The noise of commuters, the sound of luggage rolling along the tiled floor, the buzz of conversations—everything felt like it was moving too fast. Azura wished she could slow it down, just for a moment.

Allen glanced at her again, as if sensing the shift in her mood. "You'll be alright, yeah?" he asked, his voice laced with gentle concern.

Azura nodded, though the truth was, she wasn't entirely sure. "Yeah, I'll be fine."

They stopped near the entrance, where they'd have to say goodbye. Allen turned to face her, his expression soft but practical, like always. "Alright. Just… be careful, okay? And don't forget to eat your breakfast," he added, pointing at the food she had in her hand.

Azura smiled, but it felt bittersweet. "I will, I promise."

Allen simply nodded. "Alright. I'll see you later, then."

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She nodded back, but there was a heaviness in her chest now. This was it. She was going to leave, and who knew when they'd have another moment like this again? Sure, they'd talk online, in the game, maybe even in passing texts—but in person? That was rare. And it would be even rarer now that she was heading back to her apartment.

Azura turned around, walking slowly toward the station entrance. Her steps felt heavier with each one she took. The crowd around her seemed to blur, her focus entirely on the fact that with each step, she was moving further away from him.