Asterion had left.
However, even if he was gone, his presence stayed in the Ivory Tower — not the metaphysical kind of presence powerful Awakened possessed, but simply the impression the weight of his existence left on the world.
Sunny looked at Nephis and remained silent for a few moments.
"Neph…"
She inhaled deeply.
"I know."
Letting out a sigh, Nephis gave him a composed look.
"At the moment, all we can do is deal with the pressing issues. One step at a time, Sunny… in order of priority. We must resolve the crises the Dreamspawn orchestrated first. Check up on Effie. Contact Jet and Kai, as well."
She fell silent for a moment.
"Bring Cassie here."
Nephis looked at him and added in a distant tone:
"...If you don't mind."
Sunny offered her a faint smile, then nodded and dissolved into the shadows.
