As they discussed while progressing, trying to put their worries aside and laughing to brighten the mood, Julius' face couldn't help but turn sombre.
Thomas' mention of Alina awakened feelings he had kept bottled for years. He missed her and wanted nothing more but to reunite with her.
'Sorry mom, I'm a terrible son...' He thought in sadness, tears welling in his eyes as he lowered his head to hide his emotions.
Adam witnessed the boy's turmoil, instantaneously understanding what caused his mood to shift so abruptly.
'Wait for me to reach the fourth tier. I'll barge in their estate, and we'll rescue Alina...' He thought confidently before realising something. His mood plummeted, too, because, after becoming a mage, he would probably be on his own. How would he explain everything to the caring woman?
