All questions regarding Lance Hua's experience from realm to realm vaporised at one single statement about Gin's whereabouts and condition.
Chiaki stood up from her cross-legged sitting position.
"How can I help?" Although she tried not to get panicked, her voice slightly trembled. Gin was her weak spot. Anything regarding the lad was guaranteed to stir her heart. Partly because of her ingrained responsibility since a child to babysit Gin, and partly was her inner child considered Gin as a friend due to the age gap between them.
"No need. I'll get him inside."
"You're not in the manor yet?"
"Only Azure and his commander could trigger the opening mechanism of the gate. Both have . . ."
Oh, crap.
"Then, are you camping outside the manor? What's the status of the attacks now?"