The morning passed slowly atop that small hill.
The sunlight grew warmer, shining across wide grassy fields and tall trees swaying gently in the wind.
The air felt fresh, while the sound of birds singing in the distance created such a peaceful atmosphere that it almost made every trace of exhaustion fade away.
Yet right in the middle of that calm…
The Source was still resting comfortably against Aurelia's shoulder.
Its eyes were half‑closed.
The little gray kitten slept curled up in Aurelia's lap, now and then shifting softly to find a warmer spot.
And for a while…
None of them wanted to disturb the quiet moment.
The being beside Aurelia moved gently.
Its luminous outline was now perfectly steady, radiating a soft warm hue that blended beautifully with the morning light all around.
The units behind them maintained their formation and watch.
Kael, sitting not far away, finally let out a long sigh.
"I seriously don't get it anymore."
