Well, that dungeon they went in is the start of something exciting. A monster will catch Michael and will make him and Ireen stuck in the unknown dungeon for about 10 days and for a whole month in the real world. Their friends will be able to go back and be waiting for them to come back.
And during those time in the dungeon, they will spend time in a lake expressing their love with each other. So i hope the comics will show a lil glimpse of intimacy because its finally the time.

This is the start of the biggest transition of Michael and Ireen's relationship.
And I really love the novel version of this comic. Esp that time when Ireen died and how he discovered Ireen's sufferings just to be able to live quietly behind his shadow. I admire all the efforts Michael did just to meet Ireen again in those uncertain lifetimes. I guess Michael was able to repay Ireen's sacrifice just to save his life. So fair enough, Michael's love and devotion to Ireen will not be put in vain.
P.S. I'm excited for the next chap because it is really the most eventful moment we are waiting for. *finger cross*