The demon lord took another sip of his drink before putting the cup down. "I'm glad you weren't there to see it. Those were different times. I was different then."
Wooyun's movements slowed when he heard this. "What do you mean?"
"I mean that meeting you now rather than earlier is a blessing in disguise."
Wooyun's heart sputtered. "…You flatter me, master."
"I only speak the truth. I'll be quite sad with you being away."
He wanted to say he felt the same, but swallowed the words and poured another glass. They ate and drank until the drinks were all gone. Leaving the Vermillion Pavilion, Wooyun felt a quiet sadness.
