Lyra sat on a bench a few steps down from the library, arms crossed with one leg over the other. She gave me a look dripping with smugness and condescension, even as I sat next to her.
"I have enough aura saved up to where I can manage a few one-minute bursts without being drained for the day. I'll let you get a few hits in if you want it. It's quite cathartic."
I spent more time than I should've considering her offer, but I ultimately declined. Scaring them shitless was enough for me, honestly. Definitely knocked those two a few pegs down from their little social ladder.
"You know, if anything, if all fails and we get beaten by Jolyne again, at least I know they're all gonna be killed. The Paladins are always the first to go."
"When the 'Demon Queen' raids Podros and takes House Greaves, you mean?"
I paused. "...Alright. One run."
"I'm getting in on it, too."
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