Chapter 135 - The queen's move

Alma pretended not to know the fate she was risking, but she hoped she would find the solution in books.

- She said there was no problem. But I can't go with you.

- And when am I going?

- Right now, if you want.

Reed didn't want to, but it was what he had to do, so he was happy to see his family and obey the Goddess. He hugged Alma as if it were the last time, knowing it was the last time.

Alma returns the hug, not knowing if she can ever do it again. Both are sacrificing themselves for something greater that neither of them understands.

Reed kisses Alma and unconsciously puts his hand on her belly.

- Why did you do that?

- I don't know. I feel like there's part of me inside.

- I'm not pregnant, silly.

- I miss you and I haven't even left yet.

Alma gets watery-eyed when she sees Reed's wet eyes. They kiss again, and Alma opens a portal to Reed's pack with a gesture.

Hand in hand, they go to the entrance of the portal.

- Come with me.

- I can't.

- Goodbye.

- Don't say goodbye. Say, see