After Empyrean Scarletsea emptied her tears, Vaan continued to hold her in silent comfort for an extended period. No words were needed between them; just a sense of each other's existence brought them comfort.
Eventually, Empyrean Scarletsea calmed down and found peace.
"I'm not the man you once loved, but I am him, nonetheless. We can't go back to that time, the way we used to, but if you are still willing, we can walk the path of cultivation together once more and find our lost happiness."
"I'm willing! Of course, I am willing! Do you think you can get rid of me? My love has never waned or changed! I'm stuck with you for life!"
Empyrean Scarletsea slapped Vaan's chest with a firm answer, but shortly after, she sighed with hesitation.
"I'm happy that you are thinking of me, but I am fine with just being able to be near you. I don't need any recognition or attention. After all, I am just an old soul now; I can't give you any physical comfort," Empyrean Scarletsea stated.
