Their romance storyline only begins on the second playthrough

If she had just a little bit of time, just a little bit of time, she would definitely be able to explain, to explain clearly...

clear……?

Her frenzied emotions froze in that instant.

Yes.

How can she explain things clearly?

Now, there is no longer a shared path for the two of them.

It's like people who have drifted apart; no matter how hard you try to get back together, it's no use.

Her pupils trembled, and only at this moment did she realize the consequences of failing to utter those three words on the altar.

Everyone thought that Rhodes would receive the highest honor and stand by her side to receive eternal blessings;

But she proved them wrong with her actions and her despicable character.

She made Rhodes a laughingstock in the story, and made everyone openly watch this joke.

And that is the truth.

Rhodes chuckled. "In the end, you can't say it yourself, can you?"

“No, I really am…” Lilith grabbed Rhodes’ hand and shook her head frantically.

She felt anxious and wanted to explain, but in the end, she realized that she had no way to explain anything.

Because all possibilities, all her correct ideas, were treated as lies by Rhodes.

That's not how it is...that's not how it is!

At that moment, her almond-shaped eyes welled up with tears, and she hurriedly called out:

"I really like you, I don't want to take advantage of you...!"

At this moment, all of Lilith's past memories surged up.

After Rhodes was repeatedly injured for her sake, she took up sewing again and made amulets for him.

After she truly fell in love with him, she took him to the most beautiful stargazing spot in the world to enjoy the starry sky.

This was her most cherished childhood dream.

The starry sky is the one that guided her as she grew up, whether it was her master or the starry sky itself.

It represents hope, the future, and all that is entrusted to it;

So, she made the decision when she was very, very young, when she was just a tiny little bit of an animal—

If I ever find someone I really, really like, I'll take them to see the stars.

The same is true.

She did just that, and she told Rod the whole story.

He understood, yes, he understood, he liked him, and he didn't want to take advantage of him.

She raised her head, her eyes brimming with tears, and spoke in a pleading tone.

"Rhodes, I've sewn an amulet for you."

"Then, I took you to see the most beautiful starry sky in the world, as I've mentioned before..."

The girl had already broken down.

She didn't care about saving face, nor did she have the right to mention her terrible personality.

Because when faced with utter defeat, even the most foolish person will frantically try to salvage the situation.

But it's all meaningless, because she buried it all with her own hands long ago.

“Amulet?” Rhodes’ eyes were calm. “But didn’t you say that amulets are just worthless things that you can give away whenever you want?”

"Hmm...?" Lilith's pupils trembled at that moment.

Her heart skipped a beat.

"Wait……"

"Enough." Rhodes forcefully shook off her hand. "Are you saying that everything you just said was a lie? You lied because you wanted me to accept the amulet, right?"

"But if these are lies, how can I know that what you said before was true?"

How can I know whether the things you can't say are true or false, or whether the things you say are true or false?

"A liar who can't offer anything, that's you, Lilith."

"Let's stop here. Let's not get any more entangled or make things any more complicated."

"If you are willing to cooperate with me temporarily from a self-interested perspective to kill the Dragon God, then I welcome you anytime."

"But don't think I'll stay by your side as a fool, because this time I'm going to ascend to godhood myself."

Rhodes's words fell one by one, striking Lilith's heart.

What is Lilith thinking at this moment?

Regret? Panic? Loss of composure?

neither.

She could sense that she no longer had any chance of gaining Rhodes's favor.

When she faced such a situation, her consciousness had become extremely poor.

A sense of resentment welled up inside her, a dull ache mixed with a bitter taste, and her heart tightened. She bit her lip hard.

When the pain of loss surged back into her heart, she simply couldn't control her tears.

Why is this happening...?

She clearly never intended to use Rhodes; she simply wanted to be with him in this life and didn't want anything else.

In the end, everything seemed so broken and dilapidated; she had lost everything.

However, these emotions meant nothing to Rhodes.

Whether it's regret or an attempt to make amends,

He knew he couldn't get stuck with Lilith.

Chapter 66 Lilith's Tragic End (Still begging to read on, meow sob sob)

"The time is almost up. Now that the facts are clear, I can rest easy."

"Our relationship remains the same as it was two days ago. You provide me with hired assistance, that's all."

“Then…” Rhodes paused slightly, “once we’re done with our business, we’ll naturally part ways.”

After saying that, Rod picked up his coat, which was lying beside him, and began packing his things to leave.

The sound fell silent.

Winter nights are inherently silent; apart from the girl's cries and the wind, there was nothing else.

His steps faltered, but in an instant—his clothes were tugged.

Rhodes' eyes narrowed slightly. With his back to Lilith, he spoke calmly:

"Please let go. It's getting late, you should get some rest."

"I just... I just want to be with you..."

Do you think I'll believe you?

What's the point of frantically trying to salvage things after they've already become unbearable?

She is now frantically pouring out the emotions she once craved, but to him, these emotions are nothing but utterly laughable.

So this is what Lilith looks like when she breaks down?

So, she actually knows how to say nice things, huh?

Rhodes' heart was calm.

Lilith, on the other hand, broke down completely in tears.

From initially shedding tears to now wailing loudly, her nasal passages were completely blocked, and she was unable to utter a single word.

Rhodes simply ignored it all... Whether it was crying or pleading, he already had a better option, so why would he stay here any longer?

"Cry if you want," Rod said coldly. "No one is willing to comfort you anymore, at least not right now."

"In any case, don't waste any more of our time."

It's as if everything has been abandoned, and nothing else seems important anymore.

The girl could feel that Rhodes' figure had completely left her and could no longer stay on her.

But how could she be willing to let her own emotions evaporate meaninglessly...?

She also realized that she had really hurt Rhodes.

It hurt him so much that he no longer wanted to stay by my side.

"Please, Rhodes... don't leave..." Lilith took Rhodes' hand again, biting her lip, her voice choked with sobs, "I have something else to say, wait a moment...!"

The arrogant god has removed all his masks.

Ultimately, all so-called stubbornness is nothing more than the result of being spoiled.

After losing all opportunities, her haughty demeanor vanished, replaced by a ridiculously pleading expression.

This scene was witnessed by Rhodes—

Rod frowned and turned his head.

"I think I've made myself very clear."

The girl's face was now streaked with tears as she gripped Rhodes' hand tightly, trying to feel the last bit of warmth.

"I really, really didn't want to make you sad. I really wanted to say it then and there, but I..."

"There's no need to talk about the past, Lilith."