Kapitel 1271: Family and Gifts (Part 1)

"Moreover, until these matters aren't resolved, I don't plan on leaving Lutia unless it's strictly necessary.

"In the meantime, feel free to get back to your respective homes. We all deserve some time to recover from our respective missions. I just need Friya's help to prepare a present for my parents."

"What? They almost brought your childhood nemesis back into your home and you want to give them a present?" Phloria asked.

"Staying angry with them wouldn't achieve anything but break my family apart. If I'm right about Orpal, that's exactly what he wants. I'm not going to play by his rules. I'll just act like always, as if he doesn't exist." Lith replied.

"Okay, but why Friya?" Tista felt a bit offended by his choice. "She's not an Awakened and she's even the less skilled Forgemaster among us."

"Thank you, Tista. I love you too." Friya's voice oozed sarcasm.