Back in the field, Bahamut slowly stood up. The moment he did, the intensity dropped noticeably, like a pressure being released. The heat receded. The sunlight softened. The world… returned to normal.
…
Elsewhere...
"It's gone."
"Huh?"
"The heat. It just… stopped."
"That was weird."
"Yeah… really weird."
Some shrugged it off, some laughed it away, but a few stayed quiet, thinking.
…
Elder Silvia remained still for a moment longer before exhaling softly.
"That boy…"
There was no confusion in her eyes, only certainty.
"He's starting to affect things beyond himself. Just what are you really?"
