Luke's deep yearning to return to the capital clashed with Ophelia's unwavering determination to accompany him.
With a heavy heart, he whispered to himself, "I should have never mentioned that I could come and go as I please."
The grave error Luke had unwittingly committed was disclosing his ability to effortlessly traverse between the two branches of the internet cafe whenever he desired.
Upon consulting the system, it confirmed that bringing someone along during teleportation was indeed feasible, albeit at the cost of depleting 20% of his energy reserves.
An overwhelming headache struck Luke as he absorbed the system's response. Yet, when he noticed Ophelia's persistent concern, he found himself unable to resist complying with her wishes. Her anxiety over the capital's situation had persisted for quite some time.
Even Lunaria displayed a desire to return with them, but this time, Luke firmly declined.
