As if seeing through Eric's thoughts, Evan moved a little closer:
"What I said remains valid forever. Don't worry, my symbiosis leaf can withstand very strong attacks. And there is me; I will also always be by your side to protect you at the Hadu tribe."
Eric wanted to refuse, shaking his head:
"But you also have your own home. How about this: you also give me a communication stone. If I encounter danger, I will send you a message, and you can use magic to come save me."
"That won't work. My race is ultimately not true space mages. The royal secret techniques have many usage restrictions; it is almost magic we only use when absolutely necessary. Each time it is used, it takes a very long time to recover magical power, and during that time, one cannot teleport. It is still more reassuring to be by your side personally."
Evan raised his hand to stop Eric's refusal:
