We stepped outside the restaurant, the cool morning air brushing against our faces. Steve rubbed the back of his neck and let out a dramatic sigh. "Well, I guess I'll be going back to get beat up some more," he muttered, shaking his head as if accepting some cruel fate.
I smirked. "Don't worry, I'll meet you both if the plans involve you as well. Then I will take revenge for you."
North gave me a small smile, and I stepped forward to hug her. "Take care of yourself," I said softly. "Keep pushing. Focus on reaching Grandmaster rank, okay?"
She nodded. "I will."
Steve groaned loudly, crossing his arms. "Not everyone's as lucky as you, Billion. You get to plan and choose while we're stuck here grinding. First, our quests, then comprehension… damn this. Sometimes it feels like we'll never get out."
North chuckled. "Don't worry, Steve. We will reach there for sure. It's just a matter of time."
