Zhilan walked in silence beside Ethan as they left the cave. She couldn't help but glance at him from time to time, admiring his imposing posture and the calmness with which he faced each challenge. There was something about the way Ethan moved, always sure of himself, with that mix of strength and control that left her speechless. Zhilan wondered how someone could keep such a cool head in such a dangerous place, surrounded by so many threats.
Every word he spoke, every decision he made, gave her a confidence she had never found in anyone else. It wasn't just physical strength; it was the security that came from being near him that impressed her.
"So cool," Zhilan thought, unable to stop a slight smile from crossing her face as she watched him move ahead of her.
