How to Be a Dark Hero’s Daughter

“Didn’t you want me to know?”

“Every moment.”

“…”

“But I was already happy. Just being beside you.”

Cedric brushed my hair aside, and I nodded, sobbing.

“So, for whatever reason, don’t disappear now. I’ll really go crazy. I wish I could hide you all to myself.”

“I won’t do that.”

“How can you say that? Just looking into your eyes makes my hands tremble from affection. I’m even scared to touch a finger.”

“It’s not love?”

Having said that, my cheeks turned red.

Cedric looked at me silently, then bit his lower lip. The sensation of our tongues intertwining never became familiar. My legs started to tremble involuntarily.

“If this emotion is love, then all love in the world should vanish. Just thinking about it feels like I’m drowning. I want to die drowned in your name.”

Such chilling sincerity. Maybe I’ve never truly known Cedric.

With mesmerizing violet eyes, Cedric spoke softly with utmost sincerity. Maybe this isn’t the real Cedric.

‘Maybe I think it’s okay because it’s my first love.’

Or maybe I just accepted my popular status among extraordinary people.

‘If I get used to receiving this kind of love… can I ever date another man?’

I wouldn’t be satisfied with an ordinary relationship.

“I understand. For Cedric, I’ll do anything except becoming a queen.”

Cedric chuckled. Then, he buried his face in my neck.

“I won’t go any lower, so don’t worry.”

What’s with that touch on my waist? Why don’t I hate it?

Cedric bit my neck gently.

“Take responsibility for me, Leticia.”

It was a breathtaking look, like he would bite me if I didn’t. Without realizing, I nodded and caressed Cedric’s hair.

‘Yes, I have to take responsibility for this man in this life. Truly audacious.’

Feels like I’ve become a bad guy, beguiling this handsome prince.

“You know I’m grateful for you saving my life, right Cedric?”

“…”

He closed his lips.

“Why?”

Was my gratitude not enough? After all, Cedric did save me, even going to the extent of leaving an imprint.

“No, I just feel guilty. For a moment, I regretted it… I was a fool.”

I tilted my head.

“Anyways, my reckless undercover investigations are over. Probably next time my heart will be so worn out you won’t find a trace.”

I closed my eyes. Cedric nudged my nose with his.

“I know. I know your heart, Cedric.”

“Please understand now. I… I can’t live without you.”

Cedric firmly grasped our interlocked hands.

“Stay with me. By my side…”

How can one refuse that? I simply nodded. Our lips met once more.

I guess I really do like this lovely person.

“But I really can’t do undercover investigations anymore?”

“Yes.”

“What if a really bad guy appears?”

“It’s not allowed.”

“Uhm… what if we go together?”

I clearly saw Cedric’s eyes waver.

“You’re contemplating whether to go with me or not, right?”

“…I did give you my heart, but that doesn’t mean you can read it whenever you want?”

With a puff, I burst into laughter. Cedric laughed as well, and then we stopped abruptly.

“We’ve been alone in this room for about an hour and a half. Why hasn’t anyone interrupted us?”

“They’ll come soon.”

I began to hear footsteps. Cedric and I quickly separated. It seems like we’ll have to secretly date for a while.

‘Even if it’s a superficial secret.’

“Do you think my Dad really doesn’t know we’re dating?”

“Probably? Because I’m still alive.”

“Ah.”

I nodded. That makes sense.