His spirit uplifted by his progress and new objectives, Adam spent the rest of the night testing and practising his mana control.
Despite the monotonous task, he built mana blocks and decomposed them, increasing the speed in a gradual process.
After unending hours, he finally heard Julius' voice.
"Big bro, it's morning."
He felt the boy's gentle nudge, closing his eyes to leave his soul sea with a smile.
*****
When he reopened them, he stretched his stiff limbs and sat up.
Facing Julius, he offered a warm smile.
"Good morning, boy."
"Good morning, big bro! Did you rest well?"
Julius' eyes lit up, his arms trembling with joy as he prepared breakfast for the group.
With Asha taking care of Louise and monitoring her condition, Arun could finally indulge in procrastination, sleeping as long as he wanted. That's why they were the only two standing by the crackling campfire.
