Hard Pressed
Inside the meeting room for the Overlords, the Cold Expressionly Lady watched the screen displaying Klaus's battle with the Zombie Kings. Her usual icy demeanor had softened, showing hints of shock, respect, and something else that couldn't be pointed out.
"This kid is something else," she muttered to herself.
Suddenly, the door opened, and a redhead with a fiery gaze entered the room. Her eyes immediately locked on the screen—or more precisely, on Klaus, who was fighting within his ice domain.
"What are you doing here, Nari? Shouldn't you be off exploring the Ancient Ruin?" the Cold Lady asked her tone a mix of curiosity and slight annoyance.
"Tsk, I can't just leave without saying goodbye," Nari said with a teasing smirk. "But hey, who would've thought the mighty leader of the Overlords would turn out to be a stalker?"