To achieve this, he creates a fake family, adopting a young girl named Anya and entering a marriage of convenience with Yor. He enrolls Anya in the prestigious Eden Academy, hoping she can befriend Damian Desmond, the son of his target, Donovan Desmond.
Beneath the surface of heartwarming family moments and comedic situations lies a deep undercurrent of angst. Loid himself carries the scars of a tragic past, a victim of the very war he seeks to prevent. He is not alone in his suffering, as countless others have endured hardship and loss. While peace prevails for now, the world remains fragile, and any incident could shatter the delicate balance. Amidst this tension, Melinda Desmond, Donovan's wife, faces her own struggles, as revealed in Chapter 108 of the manga.
Melinda's Hidden Pain and Concern for Damian
The Desmond family dynamic is shrouded in an unsettling atmosphere. Donovan, the series' antagonist, has thus far displayed only coldness towards his family. While his malevolent actions have been described, he has yet to actively participate in the story's events. Damian, his younger son, is a stark contrast to his father, while the eldest son, Demetrius, seems to share some of Donovan's traits. However, the most tragic figure in the family is Melinda, who harbors a deep affection for Damian but is paralyzed by fear of her husband. It is possible that Donovan has threatened her, driving a wedge between mother and son.
Melinda's behavior in previous chapters has been erratic, raising suspicions, particularly from Anya, who can read minds. After a bus hijacking incident involving Damian, Melinda's conflicting emotions were evident. She was overwhelmed with worry for her son's safety, yet also harbored a fleeting wish for his demise. Chapter 108 sheds light on the mental toll that years of suppressed emotions and forced distance from her son have taken on Melinda. She is trapped in a gilded cage, forced to maintain the facade of an elite lady while grappling with her inner turmoil. Recognizing Melinda's distress, Yor suggests she seek help from Loid, who works as a psychiatrist.
