I coughed awkwardly and redirected my attention to Lily. "Anyway, we need to focus on the upcoming challenges and not get distracted. I appreciate the humor, Kylie, but there are more important matters at hand. I also think that the marriage should be discussed with your father first."
Lily nodded, though a playful smirk lingered on her lips. "Agreed. Let's keep our priorities straight. Gideon, have you thought about how we'll approach Tryst and the situation in the Emerald Chain Islands?"
I leaned back, running a hand through my hair. "No friggin clue. I need to gather more information, consult with her, and assess the situation firsthand. Depending on what we find, we might need to devise a strategy to address the crisis."
Kylie raised an eyebrow. "And what if the problem is caused by one of these newly awakened monsters? Will you be able to handle it?"
