"I remember the last time I drank with you, Elysia was the last time! It really brings back memories."
After several drinks, Eden's gaze grew a little unfocused. It was as though she had remembered something; her cheeks were flushed red, making her look utterly adorable.
Compared to the superstar she used to be, Eden now seemed more like a gentle big sister from next door.
"Eden, you're drunk."
Elysia looked at Eden before her and gently shook her head, though the smile in her eyes deepened.
"No, I'm not drunk. I can still... sing another song."
Eden waved her hand, refusing to admit she was drunk. She even began singing a cappella right there in front of Elysia, Griseo, and everyone else in the izakaya.
♪ Golden wheat fields sway in the wind ♪
♪ Where is the traveler on horseback meant to call home? ♪
♪ Oh, my love, may we never part ♪
♪ Oh, my love, may time forever remain in this moment ♪
Even without accompaniment or music, Eden's singing was exceptionally beautiful. In that instant alone... she captivated everyone present.
Everyone who had been drinking subconsciously turned to look at Eden.
They watched the beautiful woman sing softly there.
At that moment, the izakaya seemed to have become her stage, while everyone else had become her audience.
Not a single person made a sound as she sang. Even the bartender stopped what he was doing and quietly listened to the song.
They were afraid that even the slightest noise would disturb the singer and cause them to miss this beautiful melody. For a while, Eden's voice was the only sound drifting through the entire izakaya.
Even after the song ended, no one came back to their senses for a long time. They seemed still