Lyra returned to the village with her usual calm composure, though a storm brewed beneath her serene exterior.
Helion stood tall, his earlier embarrassment forgotten, as he delivered his report with pride. "After conducting a quick reconnaissance, I found that the Broken Blades pirate group has approximately 133,000 members, over a hundred high-energy cannons, and several notable Peculiars: Broken Blade herself, who is a level-nine, one level-eight, and three level-sevens."
Considering the limited time he'd had to gather this intel, Helion had clearly outdone himself.
Lyra nodded in approval. "Good work. You've earned a commendation."
Those who had been moments away from teasing him swallowed their words, their jealousy written all over their faces.
