Safe to say, Xavier was rendered speechless.
Friend? So soon?
It took him years to establish his and Adrian's friendship. And now, here she was, claiming he was a friend to her despite knowing each other for less than a week.
Then again, he had no idea how human friendships worked. After so long… he'd forgotten what it was like to befriend humans.
Instead of saying anything about her calling him her friend, he told her, "I think it's time for you to leave."
Madeline was truly appalled. Did he ignore everything she'd said? Hell, was he even listening?
However, Madeline didn't say a word about it. She knew Xavier had a point - and she hadn't even any idea how much time had passed by.
"W-we should head back," Madeline said, only realizing afterwards that she had a stutter to her voice.
Clearing her throat, she asked him, "Shall we?"
Xavier nodded.
"We shall," he answered, his voice more enthusiastic than before.
