The next few days passed without incident.
Xiao Ya refused Estelle's invitation, much to the orchestra leader's disappointment. Just as he was about to recommend other members of the group, he discovered Estelle had already returned to her home country early.
Erin, however, didn't leave. Instead, she laid her cards on the table with the two women.
"My brother asked me to come to Celestial Xia and befriend you all."
"But there aren't really any strict requirements. If I want, I can even live here permanently."
"The rise of the East and the decline of the West is the major trend right now. Plus, you have a powerful Superpower User. The Lawrence Clan is of Gaul Descent; we don't want to sink along with the great ship that is Huaqi."
"I'm very comfortable in Celestial Xia and have decided to build my life here. I won't keep trying to pry into your secrets. I just want to be friends with you."
