Forgiveness

But Lia was a bit embarrassed. She turned to Skyla and Mil, "Can you guys leave us for a bit?"

"I'll help Zero in the kitchen," taking the hint Skyla stood up and Mil followed her, "Me too! It smells very good!"

"Yano-"

"No, it's too dangerous," Yano's eyes softened seeing Lia cautiously holding onto his arm.

"But it might be… maybe it is Lily," Lia almost forgot that Lily wasn't with them during the attack. She was apparently evacuating the citizens. Maybe Lily saw the broadcast and hurried to Lia but was then captured. No matter what Lia needed to bail Lily out. At least someone she could save.

"You're right, I want to go as soon as possible but I need your help. I'll listen to your plans and suggestions, so please!"

Yano didn't answer and Lia sucked in a deep breath before moving closer to Yano and then- sneakily pressed a light kiss on his cheek, "Please, Yano."