The audience stood in stunned silence, witnessing the unexpected development. As the cloud of dust dissipated, they saw Lily tenderly kissing Rio's face, her concern and tears evident. Their intimacy suggested a deep bond, akin to that of lovers.
Nyla, too, was dazed by the scene unfolding before her, yet something clicked in her mind, and a soft smile blossomed on her lips.
Verdant leaves, seemingly born from the very air itself, began to gracefully swirl around the boy's back. Like a tender, living tapestry, they enveloped his wounded form, weaving themselves over the burnt skin. As they made contact, a faint, soothing glow emanated from each leaf, and Rio's injuries began to heal at an astonishing pace.