Chapter "Moment Of Tension"

Hamlyn and the boys exchanged uneasy glances.

“Come on, pick her up,” Ruby urged, while Yuzuki stood nearby, her cheeks flushed red.

Fredy glanced at Hamlyn, who was being glared at by Sheryl with her anger visible. At the same time, Rurina was casting a furious look at Hamond, and Ruby was directing an irate stare at Henry. With a sigh of resignation, Fredy stepped forward and said, “Alright, I’ll pick her up.”

Everyone began to smile as Fredy crouched beside Yuzuki and said, “Come on, hop on.”

Yuzuki’s cheeks flushed with hesitation. Just then, a reassuring hand landed on her shoulder. Turning around, Yuzuki saw Sheryl, who was smiling warmly and gesturing for him to go ahead.

Yuzuki nodded and, with a hint of hesitation, stepped up to stand just behind Fredy. “Can I?” she asked softly. Fredy responded with a reassuring nod.

With a soft sigh, Yuzuki leaned her body gently against his back.