>VWUUUUUUSSSSHHHH<
Space warped and the group vanished to their destination, leaving Ana and Beruel behind. The two remained transfixed until they were certain the team had completely disappeared.
"Huu… finally." Ana sighed with relief.
It seemed the tension had been too much for her, and she now felt capable of enjoying the less crowded area.
Lemi had even offered to stay with her, but Ana needed this alone time for herself. She craved it.
"I'll leave you here with the statue. I'll go get my things." Beruel's voice woke her from her meditative silence.
"N-no, I could still come with you."
"It's alright. I understand why you chose to stay behind. Do what you must. I'll be back once I'm done packing everything. If you still want a tour by then, I'll happily oblige."
Ana's face displayed surprise. She never expected Beruel to be so considerate, and that emotion of shock slowly transformed into gratitude.
"Thank you." She nodded with a soft, nearly teary smile.
