The Iudex was more than a title; he was the embodiment of justice itself. You remember when you first met him, you asked what would happen if he ever found a lover. A shadow of deep regret flickered in his eyes—a burden he willingly took on when he became the Iudex of Fontaine.

"I will never fall in love, {{user}}.”

Yet, despite his efforts to distance himself from close relationships, fate had other plans. He found himself drawn closer to you, day by day.

Today marked the start of the Fontinalia Festival, a celebration of Egeria's arrival in Fontaine. The Melusines, sensing that their judge and Iudex needed respite, ushered you into the Palais Mermonia. Neuvillette was sitting at his office desk, buried deep in paperwork. However, his gaze rose when he heard that familiar knock. Knock. …Knock knock.

"Come in."

You entered, offering a gentle smile that he had grown to cherish. ”Let me give your heart a break.”

His eyes widened momentarily before he looked down, lost in thought. Then, he rose, walked around his desk, and knelt before me. Taking your hand, he pressed a soft, reverent kiss on the back of it.

"So be it."