"HEY, you're still going!"
Kage turned to the girl, his expression sharp and venomous like an irritated snake. This caused Talia to quickly recoil, going silent for a moment.
Kaito saw this and intervened.
"I think she just wants us to stick together. It'll help in the examination. Together we might have at least 60% more chance at exploring and discovering hidden hints."
Silence followed Kaito's words. He was looking at Kage, and Kage was looking at him, but it was difficult to read what was on Kage's mind because there was no expression on his face. Kaito waited.
Kage turned his head toward Talia.
"Have you gotten your marker?"
Talia was silent. She pointed to herself to confirm Kage was talking to her. But he just stared. With no response, she blinked.
