As Sylvie descended the rugged parkour course with Jasmine at her side, she couldn't help but feel a strange sense of relief. The tension from earlier had begun to ebb, replaced by a comfortable camaraderie as she and her friend navigated the path. Along with them was a new addition to their little group—Layla, one of Jasmine's regular teammates, who had ended up joining them during the descent.
Layla was a bright presence, her honey-blonde hair tied back in a simple ponytail that bounced as she walked. She had an easy smile that rarely left her face, and Sylvie's [Authority] detected nothing but positive emotions radiating from her: curiosity, amusement, and the steady warmth of friendliness. It was refreshing, especially after the emotional chaos of earlier events.
"Whew, that was intense," Layla said, brushing some dust off her hands. "I think I've got rocks in places I didn't know existed."