"We know you're the secretary, that doesn't mean you get to shirk all the hard work! We need your help too!"
Li Yunhua rolled her eyes, a wry smile playing on her lips. "Jeez, Marco, like I said, I am helping you guys. Managing the funds that come in is a crucial part of rebuilding, you know."
"Guys stop."
Brittany's call for peace settled the playful banter amongst the heroes. They each reached for a glass of water offered by Li Yunhua, their fatigue momentarily forgotten as they took a grateful gulp.
Samantha, wiping the condensation from her lips, glanced at Li Yunhua. "Where's our leader?" she inquired, a hint of concern creeping into her voice.
"Oh, Alex. He mentioned going off somewhere with Sebastian a while ago," Li Yunhua responded
…
A heavy silence descended upon the group.
