Bab 653: CrossRoad · Start - II

As they discussed these topics, the tension between them dissolved quietly, not because of something as shallow and fragile as "for Ansel's sake," but due to a deeper mutual recognition.

"Alright, I'm done talking to you. If I keep talking to myself like this, I'll really get noticed." Seraphina stretched lazily, full of energy. "I'll leave this area to you. I'm going to the upper street. See you."

Ravenna intended to nod in response, but as she glanced at the surrounding ruins and the people throwing bodies into the pit, a flicker of hesitation crossed her eyes.

Just as Seraphina was about to leap to the upper district, Ravenna suddenly spoke, her tone unusually serious, almost as if she were… proposing something important?

"Seraphina, wait."

Ravenna rarely addressed Seraphina without calling her a stupid dog. After a brief pause, she spoke in a low, serious voice. "Can you accept Marlina's explanation?"

"…"