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She then added, "Besides, I already checked Father's schedule. He'll be swamped with work today, especially with our departure coming up in a few days. He won't have time to keep tabs on us. I've thought this through carefully, which is why I'm so confident in my plan."

Lumien glanced at Benson, then gave him a small shrug, as if to say, You heard her, right?

Benson hesitated, his lips pressing into a thin line. Then, after a brief internal struggle, he let out a heavy sigh. "...Then at least let me follow you two from the dark."

Azalea's response was immediate, direct, and simple.

"No! Obviously not!" Lumien exclaimed, throwing his hands up in exasperation. "Why would you even ask such a ridiculous question in the first place?"

Azalea's sharp gaze softened, and she waved her hand dismissively. "Just wanted to make sure,"

Then, without missing a beat, she continued, "So, what's your plan from now on that you're an Aspirant?"