"In the heart of the Leonis Empire, where my family and I reside", Astr declared, "I won't allow evil to invade our home." After he responded in a whisper, 'I am enough evil force.'
Macul, torn between admiration and shame, emotionally exclaimed, "I doubted you so much... I deserve to die, Master Serene!"
Astr, unfazed, retorted, "Don't use honorifics; it's weird. Others might think we're playing a game."
Macul questioned, "Then why is it okay for Master Rafael?" Recalling when he referred to Astr as "Master,"
Astr wondered, 'What weird comparison is this?' Astr silently leaned back, tightening the quilt.
As tension mounted between them, Astr suddenly lifted his head, a surge of emotion in his gaze directed towards the infirmary door. A heavy sound resonated outside, resembling the firm steps of someone in hard platform boots.
"Squeak-"
