507 The Day After (Part 3)

As joy overwhelmed Solus, she couldn't help but wonder what would've happened if she had made her move before Kamila did.

Solus was hurt and so was Lith. Maybe it could have been the right time to reveal him her human form. Maybe, by sharing their weaknesses they could have grown closer and stronger.

Unfortunately, happiness was but a temporary respite before her wounds ached again. Their bond made them experience each other's suffering. The combined emotional pain was unbearable to her.

'I need some time to understand how much of what I'm feeling is because of him and how much it's because of me.' She thought as Lith brought her back to the mana geyser near Lutia.

In her tower form, Solus could remain separated from Lith for a prolonged time without any of her abilities being diminished. As soon as he left, Solus asked Tista to join her.