Hiro called out to Lyria again, causing her to turn and face him. Her expression was one of fear and unease, and it was evident that she had been crying.
"Lyria, are you okay? We've been looking all over for you," Hiro said, his voice filled with genuine concern as he approached her.
Lyria quickly stood up and moved toward Hiro, her gaze fixed on the ground and the space between them. "I'm so sorry, Master. I didn't mean to cause you any trouble," she said, her voice trembling with guilt.
"What are you doing here?" Hiro asked, his finger gently lifting her chin, urging her to meet his gaze.
"I... I feel kind of guilty, Master," Lyria began, tears welling up in her eyes. She couldn't bring herself to hold Hiro's gaze for long.
"Lyria?" Hiro called her name, but she shook her head, tears escaping her eyes.
