As such, I decided to help this woman out by changing her position in my arms, wrapping my left arm under her thighs, and resting her back against my left shoulder. This freed my right hand, which I used to stroke her lush white hair in a calming manner.
My actions seemed to have been well received, if her soft purring and hands grabbing onto mine to ensure I don't stop her petting was anything to go by.
"What's up with Kaelira and her team?" I asked while not daring to cease my hand motions even for one second.
It was Ayame who replied, "They stayed behind to ensure no more lions ran into the city after us, giving them the chance to attack from the back."
"Great. Let's check on them then."
As we began our walk toward the city wall, each step felt just a little easier than the last. The side effects from the mana potion overdose were finally beginning to dull. Slowly, but surely.
