The expedition team headed back after Abis’ neok returned to her body. However, their expedition wasn’t over yet. Even though they had reached their goal, the expedition didn’t officially come to an end until they returned safely to the capital. Thus, Hawa, who had been guiding the team at the very front, was now in the middle of the group. The forefront of the expedition team was the most dangerous position. Since they just needed to trace back the same path they used to reach their destination, there was no need for Hawa to put herself in danger again.

The expedition team didn’t lower their guard for days, but they allowed themselves to relax once they passed the border. Chi-Woo snuck a glance at Hawa, who was walking next to him. He was slightly surprised every time he saw her. Even though all humans showed their emotions, Hawa had been emotionless for 23 hours and 59 minutes out of a day in earth time, and her expression was always blank.

She reminded him of how he used to be when he was young. He softly said, “Ms. Hawa, I heard that you’ve reached an awakening?”

Hawa threw Chi-Woo a glance before going back to staring ahead. In a quiet voice, she replied, “…Yes.”

“I also heard that you saved my life.”

“…”

“And two times and that.”

“…”

“Thank you.”

“You don’t need to thank me.” Hawa finally spoke up again.

Chi-Woo replied, “Anyways, congratulations on awakening your powers.”

“Yes.”

“…” At her curt reply, Chi-Woo glanced at Philip to check...