Staring at her classmates through the hole made by Kevin and Liam in a wall, Ruby closed her eyes in preparation for the upcoming gruesome sight.
She had done her best, hadn't she?
It was their choice to stay behind and hold off the villain despite knowing that he was much more powerful than them. Their series of stupid decisions had led them to their death.
...But then why did she feel sad and nervous? Why was her head spinning in circles? Why were her legs trembling? What was she feeling right now?
It was their choice... they could have escaped immediately upon hearing of her teleportation ability... yet they decided to stay.
Was this what a hero was?
Someone who prioritizes the welfare of others over their own, even towards those they do not know personally.
It was such a simple definition, yet Ruby had never met someone who had not only acted based on it but didn't expect anything in return.
