Chapter 126

Leon walked around on mountain peak with Iris on his back and found a relatively clean space where they could sit down.

Before long, the sun's rays pierced through the dense peak of mist and cloud as it began its descent in the west.

Clouds and mist lingered even as the bright golden rays of the setting sun shot through. The reflection, refraction, and dispersion of light made for a colorful display of iridescence, which gave rise to a sense of awe and amazement that could captivate anyone who had the good fortune of laying eyes on it.

When the sun finally disappeared from the horizon, the two of them woke up from their amazement.

"It's getting late, Leon. Let's go home," Iris said with a smile.

Although some unpleasant things happened earlier that day, Leon's company made for an enjoyable time and she felt indescribably content.

Leon nodded, carried Iris on his back, and began the descent.

Going down was much easier than going up, and Leon's pace made it feel as if he was flyin