Chapitre 3030: Common Enemy (Part 2)

She felt responsible for Orpal's crimes and his twisted mentality. She lived them as a consequence of her failure as a parent.

"Even assuming that Kelia wants me by her side, I don't have the time and resources to shadow her every moment of the day." Milea continued. "The Empire has no Awakened at its service, real or fake.

"With Leegaain often here, I can't even rely on the protection of my mentor. Based on Kelia's choice, I might need your help, Verhen. You have Awakened and Guardians in your house and a much bigger grudge with Meln than me."

"I don't want to give up on the academy." Kelia clenched her firsts. "I- we worked too hard and sacrificed too much to let that scumbag ruin everything. I'm still an Awakened. My power can still grow."

The thought of facing Meln again, the feeling of helplessness she had experienced while trapped inside the Sealed Space ravaged her mind. Kelia's face paled and her lips trembled.