"No one," declared Elio with all the dignity he could muster, which wasn't much considering he still had a swollen eye from Zara's punch, "will ever mention what just happened. Ever."
Kriz opened his mouth, probably to make another 'witty' comment, but Elio's glare silenced him.
With deliberately controlled movements, Elio returned to the exchange interface. After several minutes of careful selections, four divine swords materialized before him.
"Zara," he called, keeping his voice firm. "Lila."
The two approached, Lila still blushing and avoiding his gaze, Zara with clenched fists.
"For your bravery in battle," Elio continued, emphasizing each word, "and definitely not for any other reason, I want you to have these swords."
Kriz coughed something that sounded suspiciously like "bribe," but everyone pretended not to hear.
The third sword was for Selene, who immediately passed it to Diana.
