Bab 77: Chapter 77 - Crashing down from above

Hearing Astrid's question, Erik nodded, relieved that everything had ended up alright, "Yeah, thanks to you," he said, his voice tinged with gratitude and respect.

Edda, recovering from the shock, threw her arms around Astrid. "You were amazing, Astrid!"

The vampire girl laughed boisterously, but her words were humble, "It wasn't that amazing. Erik could have done the same if he had been free to transform."

Having dealt with the troublemakers, they continued on their way. As they walked, Erik couldn't help but feel a shift in his perception of Astrid. She was more than just the annoying sort of friend he couldn't seem to get rid of; she was someone who cared for them and would protect them.