As the fifth day dawned, a familiar silence draped over Keith once more. Her spirits had lifted during the previous days filled with conversations and battles, a fleeting respite from her usual melancholy. But now, the quiet had settled back in, casting a shadow on her mood once again.
Kevin's concern for Keith grew more palpable. As her boyfriend, he felt an urge to uplift her spirits. It wasn't just about consoling her; he wanted to empower her, to give her something that would spark joy and determination. Strengthening her seemed like the best path forward, a way for her to demonstrate that leaving the Demitia family wasn't a finale, but a new beginning.
He contemplated Keith's cultivation progress compared to his own. 'If I recall correctly, Keith has opened and linked about 260 meridians, while I'm at 215,' Kevin mused, scanning the surroundings in search of any herb, like usual.
