Chapter 231 - The Things We do for Love

Since their early training days at Grimaldo's estate, Agatha and Riccardo had always been close friends. However, their set was not so far behind as they had just been training four months prior to the new initiates. Their relationship had grown rapidly, based on respect for one another and common experiences. Their bond grew stronger with each training session, eventually becoming closer and more private. The training grounds were covered in long shadows as the sun descended over the expansive estate. Everyone was worn out from the demanding exercises during the day. The trainees went to their quarters one by one to get some rest before taking on the challenges of the following day. But the night was far from over for Agatha and Riccardo. Riccardo went away to the quiet section of the training grounds where he and Agatha had often met, as the last of their fellow trainees disappeared inside their quarters. A calm closeness was created by the delicate, silvery brightness cast by t