Void rose to his feet, his body drenched in sweat that clung to his skin like a second layer, making his clothes heavy and uncomfortable.
The beads of perspiration trickled down his forehead, mixing with the strands of his disheveled hair.
"Are you okay?" Isobel's concerned words cut through the air, her voice soft and laced with genuine worry as she watched him closely.
"I am. Just had a little upgrade to my abilities," Void replied, his tone steady despite the exhaustion evident in his posture.
He swept his long, tangled hair backward with a casual flick of his hand, revealing his face more clearly under the dim light.
"Your eyes. They are pretty," Isobel blurted out subconsciously, enthralled by the beauty of her brother's eyes.
"Weak male. You are finally awake. Did you accept my offer?" The queen bee's voice buzzed sharply, interrupting the quiet exchange between Isobel and Void.
