" It'll be a little walk from here , but we should be able to make it there before nightfall . "

Lumine stated , carefully securing the worn-down blade by placing it back inside her bag before she stood up .
Offering a hand to Yinyue-jun , she offered to help her up from the ground .

Listening to the sound of his soft laughter , feeling the gentle embrace of his arm as he wrapped it around her waist , Lumine let out a soft sound .

Honey colored hues gazed up at crimson ones .

" Of course , I'm asking you to stay . "

After a moment , Lumine once again leaned her head against him again , the palm of her hand resting on his chest .

" What about you ? Are you staying here or - ? "

With a soft nod of understanding , the Knight soon looked up at Sylus once more .

" You're completely right . . I just . . need to figure out the best way to confront him . It's not often that I run into him anymore . . "

A soft and light sound left her lips as she leaned her head against his chest after a moment , before she spoke again .

" That is true . . It's just a little more difficult with someone that used to be so close . . "

As she felt the gentle warmth of his hand on her head , the Knight leaned into his touch a little .

" You're right . . I need to confront him about it before he /does/ do something . . I need to at least try to stop him , especially if it's going to harm others . . "

Her golden hues met with his .