Upon that reveal, Asahi got stunned, not about the treasure, but about Brooke, his ally in arms. Without her help, he would not retrieved the treasure. And now, lying down, not breathing, Asahi had come face-to-face with one painful truth.
"Brooke had died."
What could have possibly happened that led to her death? Yes, her arm was severed, but that means she should be alive, unless it were something more. Blood loss. Yes, that's the only explanation. Blood loss. Extreme blood loss.
Her face looked pale even now, drained of all living blood. Asahi checked his watch and saw he had nearly two hours to reach the surface. He wanted to pay his respects, but knew time was running out. After looking at her and touching her hand, Asahi turned up to the watery ceiling and muttered.
"I will avenge you."
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