Behind the steam, Celeste's breathing sounded uneven. The water continued to bubble around her, some small bursts breaking the surface as heat radiated outward.
The air in the room felt thick and heavy, and almost suffocating.
"Celeste…" Liora said carefully, lowering her arms slightly but keeping herself positioned in front of Elion. "Why is the bath boiling?"
Celeste's lips parted slightly, and a faint tremor ran through her shoulders.
"I… can't control it…" she said softly.
The water bubbled harder. Elion's frown deepened. Celeste didn't even look embarrassed despite his presence.
It was like she was not completely aware of her surroundings. Clearly, there was a problem. Not a simple one either.
Just as Elion was about to step forward, a sharp notification flashed across his mind.
[Warning]
His eyes sharpened instantly.
Another line appeared below that one.
[Bloodline Awakening Detected]
The air in the room seemed to grow heavier.
