Contribution to the Decision

When he appeared at the entrance to the part of the camp where the meeting was taking place, everyone was still very busy outside.

Bloody Lily turned to look behind her as she said:

"What's going on out there? What's all the noise about?"

There was concealment magic around the open area of the meeting, but even that wasn't enough to contain the noises of the euphoric crowd.

And the moment she turned back, her red eyes met Kaizen's eyes. Immediately, her eyes widened in surprise, but also something deeper, a connection that made her feel instantly relieved and safe.

"Kaizen," said Bloody Lily, her voice soft but firm and trying to contain her excitement and happiness. "It's good to see you back."