The air was brisk as we made our way back to Family Haven, the usual night breeze brushing against my face. The streets were quiet, mostly empty, save for the occasional car that passed us by.
Pierce was leading the way, stoic as always which made me grin as I remember that this stoic guy could get really flustered over some little things back then in our previous lives, while Ao walked beside me, trying her best to avoid tripping over her own feet.
That's your fault for having so little control of your body. Exercise more, don't just depend on your yokai prowess, girl.
Hino was trailing just slightly behind, her gaze flitting around as if she was making sure we weren't followed.
But well, we were being followed for quite a while actually.
Suddenly, I felt the faint presence closer—one that was too familiar to ignore. I stopped abruptly, letting out an exaggerated sigh as I turned towards the shadows in the distance.
