After registering Octavia as a new party member, the trio wasted no time returning to the dungeon. Soon, they arrived at the party's portable home—a spacious, magical structure that resembled a cozy log cabin. Inside, they were greeted with warm smiles from their comrades.
"Welcome back, Aster," Liz said with a gentle smile before turning her attention to their newest member. "And welcome, Octavia, to our party! We're happy to have you."
"Come, come~! Let's have lunch together!" Cassy added, her voice filled with enthusiasm. "We waited for you to get back, and my belly's already rumbling!"
"Hmph! I bet she won't last a week before we're kicking her out," Tina muttered under her breath, her arms crossed and her expression cold.
Kali, standing nearby, didn't speak but offered an equally frosty glance toward Octavia.
