Axel looked at Evelyn with a playful smile and replied, "Well, sometimes even messengers have their own plans, don't they? Besides, it's not like I'm going against your orders completely. I'll make sure they reach their home safely, and then I'll return to my own path."

Evelyn chuckled, her eyes twinkling with amusement. "You always find a way to twist things, don't you? But I suppose it wouldn't hurt to have an extra set of eyes watching over them."

As the sun began its descent, casting a warm golden glow over the meadow, Axel turned his attention to Ylva and Lylia, who were still locked in a tight embrace. Their reunion was a testament to the strength of their bond, and Axel couldn't help but feel a sense of fulfillment knowing that he had played a part in bringing them back together.

He approached them with a gentle smile and said, "It's time for you two to return home. Your loved ones must be waiting for you."

Ylva nodded, her eyes glistening with gratitude. "Thank you, Axel. Y