Chapter 116 - Powerless

Kouhei sank deeper into the bath, the steaming water enveloping him like a comforting embrace. The heat seeped into his tired muscles, easing the dull ache that lingered from the chaos earlier. It felt like an eternity since he'd last enjoyed a bath, let alone had the luxury of truly relaxing. His thoughts swirled around the fight—each moment replaying vividly in his mind. He hadn't expected to survive. Sure, Aria had shielded him, but the battle had come too close for comfort.