02/20- Favorability=-100

Lucian's boots splashed through puddles as he walked away, his stormy aura reflecting the literal storm raging above. His mind was a whirlwind of emotions—betrayal, confusion, anger—but above all, heartbreak. He clenched his fists, trying to ground himself, but the pain in his chest wouldn't fade.

Then, out of nowhere, a cold, mechanical voice echoed in his head.

[System Alert: Favorability with Aeliana has dropped to -100%.]

Lucian halted mid-step, blinking. "What?" he muttered under his breath, glancing around. The voice had been distant, almost like an announcement to the universe itself, but he heard it—clear as day.

Aeliana, still held back by Kael, also flinched, her eyes widening in horror. "What the—" she gasped, her hands trembling. She had heard it too.

Lucian turned on his heel to face her, eyes narrowed. "Did you hear that?"