It was all Ru Hiana could do to think about Ru Amuh; hopes that he was well—no, still alive and the more realistic thoughts that it was already too late warred in her mind. As a hero, she knew she had to accept the reality of the situation. Still, Ru Amuh was also an outstanding hero whose skills she had personally witnessed by his side. No matter the danger or how dire the situation was, Ru Amuh had always managed to survive. Thus, Ru Hiana couldn’t accept his death easily. She knew that the title of hero was meaningless on Liber, but right now, she simply wanted to run out of this camp. Whenever she thought of Ru Amuh, she felt like she was sinning by doing nothing. Now, however, after listening to what the nameless young man told her, Ru Hiana had to repress these feelings. But if she really….

She didn’t know when she fell asleep. It seemed she had slipped into unconsciousness while shuddering in guilt.

—I…

Ru Hiana opened her eyes slightly. She had heard someone calling her name in her sleep.

‘Did I imagine it?’ Ru Hiana tilted her head and decided to close her eyes again.

–Ruana…

Ru Hiana opened her eyes wide. A red light flashed past her, and she jerked her head around.

“Ruahu?” she called out in a hoarse voice. No one answered. She turned her head sideways, but only saw people sleeping around her. She couldn’t spot Ru Amuh anywhere. What if she hadn’t imagined his voice, though?

“Ruahu…” Ru Hiana murmured as she got to her feet. She stumbled past the tent and staggered across the camp like she was possessed. “Ruahu, Ruahu….” She...