"What are you saying, man?!" Jin's white eyebrows shot up as he looked at me in disbelief.
I found myself hesitating to repeat what I'd said—it was a selfish request, after all.
"It's perfectly clear," Rose interjected, surprising me with her boldness.
Her personality had grown more grounded and practical in just a few days. Her adaptability was impressive—and a little unnerving.
"We're going to the higher world," she continued, glancing over at Jin as she spoke.
He suddenly rose from his seat.
"That's not the point. What even *is* the higher world?" Jin sounded frustrated as he voiced his question.
I couldn't quite understand why he was so upset. Even if it was a selfish ask, he could always refuse.
Though, truthfully, I wouldn't be happy with a no…
"Rose has a crucial reason to go to the higher world… and the rule is that someone has to accompany her."
Jin looked at her. "You want me to be her guard?"
