As Jack was flooded with dread and a feeling of ridiculousness, and a solemn look settled in Hannah's eyes, Lucas's exhaled a sigh:
"Haiz~ Life is so fun."
Then, he turned to look at Estrella beyond the partial blockade of her chest, and grinned at her:
"Say, I'm still the handsomest, aren't I? Even in the universe."
Estrella looked down at him, then ignored him, though the corner of her lips tilted up a little, and her hand did not stop moving in his hair. Imperceptibly, her eyes softened with what could be termed as a smiling gleam.
In Lucas's smile, there was that casualness only wanting to enjoy the world and have fun with its wonders, that lightheartedness from decades ago. Her heart, behind the façade, melted slightly, at that positive change that took place while she had been asleep.
