Charles gritted his teeth and took in a deep breath at the sight of Lily's tear-stained face. He picked Lily up and brought her to eye level.0

"Don't worry, everything will turn out fine. I'll find a way to make sure you survive," Charles reassured Lily with a firm resolve.0

The sorrow on Lily's face gradually faded away to be replaced by her usual sweet smile. Her drooping ears perked up once more.0

"Mr. Charles, thank you! As long as I'm by your side, even if I really die—"0

"There are no 'ifs,' Lily. I've already lost a friend; I can't lose you too!"0

Soon, a new announcement appeared on the large steel bulletin board in the middle of Hope Island Square.0

The islanders strolling in the square gathered in groups and made their way...0