Chapter 114: A Heated Dispute
Mikael, who had been listening silently, finally spoke. “No.”
Amelia’s gaze snapped to him, her eyes narrowing. “No?” she repeated dangerously.
Mikael met her glare without wavering. “It’s too dangerous, especially in your current mental state.”
She scoffed. “Too dangerous? You went to another world alone, didn’t you? And you came out stronger. If you could do it, then so can I.”
Mikael sighed. “It’s not that simple. I didn’t just randomly throw myself into a world without preparation. Every time, I made sure to understand the risks and prepare accordingly. Even then, it was dangerous. With the way you are right now, you’d be prone to making reckless decisions—it would be too dangerous.” His words carried an unmistakable finality.
“And how do you think I feel staying here, powerless, knowing Nexoria still exists?!” Amelia snapped. “Do you think I can just sit around and wait while that place is still standing?”
“I never said that.” Mikael’s voice remained calm, though there was an edge to it. “If we’re going to explore other worlds, then we should do it together. The four of us.”
Amelia’s expression twisted with anger. “You’re saying I need a babysitter?”
“That’s not what I mean—”
“I don’t need your permission, Mikael!” she shot back, her voice rising. She stood abruptly, her hands trembling at her sides. “I thought you, of all people, would understand. But I see now that you’re just trying to hold me back!”
She turned sharply to leave, but before she could take another step, Mikael’s hand caught her wrist. With a firm pull, he drew her into his arms, locking her in a tight embrace.
“Let me go,” Amelia growled, her voice shaking with anger. She was about to shove him away—until she heard it.