As Rio materialized in Lia's bedroom, he found it empty. The morning light streamed through the windows, indicating that the day had already begun.
He went outside, to look for Lia, and discovered her in Nyla's room, deep in conversation with her sisters.
Though Helia had wronged Rio in the past, he had forgiven her, and she had faced a severe punishment as a consequence.
As he entered the room, all eyes turned to him, filled with happiness at his return. Even Helia's eyes brightened, though she did not voice her feelings.
"Good morning, ladies," Rio greeted them warmly.
"Where have you been, sweetie?" Nyla inquired, her eyes filled with concern.
"I didn't want to disturb anyone's sleep, so I went to fight some black-stage beasts," he replied casually.
Lia's expression was filled with surprise as she asked, "You've already reached the red stage?"
Rio nodded, then asked, "Until when can my Silverbloom King Sword be upgraded?"
