The three carried solemn expressions as they sat around the table. However, Layla was still sneaking food into her mouth, even with her brows furrowing in confusion. Seeing her antics, Grandma Mo chuckled for the first time.
"You are truly carefree, girl," said Grandma Mo with a smile before turning toward Ai. "I have no idea how your statue saved me, but it doesn't make the feat any grand. For that, I am grateful."
"Don't be, Grandma," said Ai while shaking both hands. "I did all of that because I believed in the purpose that the Seika gave me. But, well, I doubt he would forgive me if he knew about the religion."
"He will since the epiphanies left us no choice," said Grandma Mo as she poured Ai another gravy. "How was it for the people of Alka?"
