Awake

[Moments Earlier]

"U-urgh…"

Rey felt a mild headache as he woke up from the realm of unconsciousness. 

The headache soon vanished, however, same with the last vestiges of pain that coursed through his body. It seemed all his Passive Skills were doing their work.

"R-REY!" The loud, relieved voice of someone familiar burst out as he felt the weight of someone fall on him.

It took a few seconds, but after Rey finally acclimated to everything around him, he was able to recognize the young lady whom he currently had in his embrace.

"Esme…" He muttered, his lips moving a little sluggishly.

The moment Esme heard this, she left his embrace and looked him straight in the face. Her two hands were still holding him, but they trembled a little as she stared at him.

Her moist eyes, and the relief that permeated her face told Rey that she must have been incredibly worried about him.

He understood that well.