Cain nodded, understanding their reasoning even if a part of him worried for their safety. Without further words, he pulled Kali into a warm, brotherly hug.
"You..." Kali's face contorted into an expression of bewilderment. Such open displays of affection from her brother were rare, and she found herself at a loss.
Awkwardly, she returned the hug before quickly extricating herself. Her confidence quickly reasserted itself as she declared, "The next time you see me, it'll be these so-called geniuses speaking of me in hushed, terrified whispers!"
With that bold proclamation, Kali took to the skies, her figure quickly becoming a speck in the distance.
Turning to Luo Na, Cain didn't hesitate to offer her a friendly hug as well.
For a brief moment, Luo Na's usually unflappable demeanor cracked, a sliver of emotion seeping into her voice as she softly said, "I..."
She slowly wrapped her arms around Cain, allowing herself to briefly enjoy the warmth of friendship.
