As they sat by the fire that Adrion made with his magic, Lira found herself drawn to Keal's quiet demeanor, sensing a depth of emotion beneath his calm exterior that made her curious about him even more.
"Leo," Lira began, her voice gentle as she sat looking at Leo, "I couldn't help but notice that Kael seems... reserved. Is everything alright with him?"
Leo's expression softened at Lira's concern, his gaze drifting to where Kael sat silently on the other side of the fire. "Kael's been through a lot," he replied, his voice tinged with empathy. "He lost someone dear to him, someone who meant everything."
Lira nodded understandingly, sensing that there was more to Kael's silence than met the eye. "I'm sorry to hear that," she murmured, her heart heavy with sympathy.
Leo sighed, his thoughts drifting to Emily, the memory of her still fresh in his mind. "We all have," he admitted quietly, his voice barely above a whisper. "We lost Emily... a dear friend, a guiding light in the darkness."
As they sat, Leo shared their harrowing journey through the Soul Oasis, recounting the trials and revelations they had faced together. He spoke of Aelius's essence, the choices they had made, and the sacrifices they had been forced to endure.
Lira listened intently, her heart aching for the pain and loss they had experienced. She realized that despite their differences, they were bound together by a shared sense of grief and determination to honor Emily's memory.
Together, they sat in silence, the weight of their shared experiences hanging heavy in the air. And as they journeyed onward, Lira found solace in the company of her newfound companions, knowing that they would face whatever challenges lay ahead with courage and resilience.