"I'm glad to see you're doing well," Jaxon added after a pause, his composure returning.
Orion smiled, the sincerity in his expression unmistakable. "And I'm glad to see you too."
Aria tilted her head, studying Jaxon with newfound curiosity. "I've never seen you like this," she said quietly. "It's… surprising."
Jaxon shrugged, his usual stoicism slipping back into place. "It's only reserved for Orion."
Aria raised an eyebrow, her lips curling into a teasing smile. "Reserved for Orion, huh? That's a big deal coming from you, Jaxon. I didn't think you had a soft side."
Niko chuckled, crossing his arms. "Yeah, I thought you were all scowls and sharp remarks. Turns out there's a heart somewhere in there after all."
