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Chapter 254 - Chapter 254: Morning

Liora had fallen asleep in his arms—quietly, deeply, without nightmares to drag her under.

And Xu Kai hadn't let go.

Even long after her breathing steadied, he continued to hold her close, his gaze fixed on her peaceful face like he was afraid she might disappear. His mind was still racing, his pulse still fast, but his hands never wavered. They stayed steady, wrapping around her with a gentleness that no one had ever taught him, but one he always gave to her.

She's back. My Liora.

The thought repeated in his mind like a prayer.

The same girl who once chased him through the academy courtyard just to throw a bottle at his head.

The one who used to steal his field rations when she thought he wasn't looking.

The only one who ever smiled at him like he was human. Not a weapon. Not a rank. Just… him.

And now, somehow, she was here in his arms.

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