Seoyang and John arrived at the US Awakeners Association, stepping off their private plane with a sense of urgency in the air. As they entered the headquarters, the familiar hustle and bustle of the top rankers' work greeted them.
"Ah, the couple is here!" came a teasing voice.
Seoyang turned and saw her brother, Shaun, leaning casually against the wall with a playful smile.
"How was the vacation?" Shaun asked, his eyes twinkling with amusement.
Seoyang smiled back at him. "It was short but good, sorry, brother. Next time, I'll make sure to invite you along."
Shaun gave a dramatic sigh. "Tsk, I see how it is. Too busy for me now." He shook his head, playfully pouting.
Before Seoyang could respond, the door opened, and in walked Isabelle, the top-ranked Beastmaster of the US. Her gaze immediately landed on John and Seoyang, and she studied them carefully, as though she was reading them like an open book.