Chapter 207: The Binding of Souls

Jacoby's smile was more than just an expression; it was like a gentle, tangible touch that reached out and caressed Zande, making her acutely aware of his presence. His words were soft but filled with an intensity that vibrated through her, stirring emotions she wasn’t quite prepared for. "I have lived through countless years without seeing color, without feeling a single emotion," he began, his voice resonating with a quiet passion. "And then I found you. Now, the world is no longer a dull, colorless expanse. It is vibrant, alive, filled with the deepest emotions I had long forgotten. When I look at you, everything within me is awakened. You are the one who has restored my sight, my feelings." Zande, curious yet cautious, met his gaze. The idea he was presenting was new to her, something she had never encountered before. "But what if the woman doesn’t feel the same? What if she doesn’t experience this connection?" she asked, trying to grasp the full weight of his words. "There is on