Capítulo 98: Teams

Bluish flashes disrupted the dark scenery and illuminated a distant patch of trees in the valley between the two mountains. The large dark leaves created thick crowns that hid the surface, so Khan didn't manage to see much from the sky.

Liiza made her Aduns land at the edges of the forest, and Khan didn't hesitate to follow her. The two dismounted and let their eagles leave before turning toward the incoming group of Ugu approaching from the distance.

"Did you manage to get some sleep?" Liiza whispered while the two kept straight faces and continued to stare at the Ugu.

"Not really," Khan replied, "But I'm not tired. How could I?"

"Don't let it get to your head," Liiza sneered. "You are cute, but I want to know you more before that."

"I'll tell you more," Khan promised.

"Don't do it for the wrong reasons," Liiza complained. "Niqols might have fewer restraints than humans, but we share the same feelings."