Chapter 126:Monster Tide
Kael woke up with a groan, his back screaming in protest. Sleeping on the hard floor had left him sore all over.
"Tskk...Tsk....Staying in a comfortable villa had made my body accommodate to luxury."
He sat up, rubbing his neck, and glanced around at the cracked walls and worn-out furniture. "Shit... Frost’s financial situation is worse than I thought," he muttered.
Just as he was about to stand, he froze. Lyria stood by the door, her crimson eyes unreadable. "What the hell are you doing here so early?" he asked, frowning.
"I brought a warm towel and some necessities," she said simply. Before he could refuse, she moved swiftly, pressing a hot towel against his face. The warmth was oddly soothing, making his tense muscles relax for a moment.
Kael’s brows furrowed. Lyria was always efficient at her job, but this was the first time she was being proactive. Usually, she waited for him to bark orders before moving. "What’s going on with you?" he asked, staring at her.
"Nothing," she shrugged, pulling out a clean set of clothes for him. But when she looked up, Kael’s sharp grey eyes were locked onto her, unblinking. She faltered for a second, then quickly turned her face away and mumbled something under her breath.
"Thanks!"
"What was that?" Kael asked, his face twisting in confusion.
"I said... thank you," Lyria repeated, louder this time.
Kael blinked, then took a step back like she had just grown a second head. "What the fuck?" His voice was filled with disbelief.