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In the depths of the ruins, the echoes of battle have not completely faded. Leia and her companions stand there, their breath still heavy with tension. Yet, amidst this atmosphere of crisis, a subtle emotion begins to blossom.
Leia sheathes her longsword and turns to look at Sylas standing beside her, her eyes holding an imperceptible admiration. In the recent battle, Sylas not only displayed extraordinary combat prowess but also protected her safety at a critical moment. This has led Leia to develop a new understanding of this usually aloof and arrogant dragonkin.
Sylas seemed to have noticed Leia's gaze, he turned his head and their eyes met. At that moment, there seemed to be an unprecedented softness in their eyes. Beneath Sylas's cold exterior, he felt admiration for Leia's courage and determination. He had always thought humans were fragile and delicate, but Leia's performance overturned his view.
Aiden and Minah also noticed the subtle atmosphere between them, but they didn't disturb, just stood silently on the side, giving them space.
Leia smiled slightly and broke the silence, " Sylas, thank you for your help in the battle."
Sylas raised an eyebrow and a barely perceptible smile tugged at the corner of his mouth, "I just don't want to be implicated because of your mistakes."
Leia shrugged nonchalantly, accustomed to Sylas's sharp words, and instead found it to be his distinctive trait. "You're always so straightforward, but I know you care about the team."
Sylas didn't respond, only turned away, hiding the complex emotions flashing in his eyes from Leia.
At this point, Evan broke the brief silence: "We should continue moving forward. The secrets here are far from being revealed."
Minah nodded in agreement: "Yes, we cannot ignore our true goal just because of the recent victory."
Leia put away her smile, nodded, and then led the way towards the deeper unknown of the ruins. Sylas, Aiven, and Minah followed closely behind, and the four of them embarked on a journey to find the truth.
As the four delved deeper into the ancient ruins, they discovered more shocking scenes. Every step forward seemed to require solving a puzzle, and every corner could potentially conceal unknown dangers.
Leia walks ahead, tightly gripping a long sword in her hand, vigilantly observing her surroundings. Her eyes sparkle with the light of exploration, showing no sign of retreat even in the face of unknown fears.
Sylas follows behind her, his gaze calm and sharp, seemingly able to penetrate all hidden secrets. When Leia encounters unsolvable problems, he always uses his wisdom to show her a clear path.
In a seemingly ordinary hall, Leia accidentally triggered a hidden mechanism. Suddenly, the entire ground began to shake, and countless arrows shot out from all directions.
"Be careful!" Evan shouted loudly, wielding his two-handed sword to block some of the arrows for everyone. His movements were swift and precise, showcasing his outstanding skills as a warrior.
Minah quickly cast a protective spell, and a faint blue light shield instantly formed, blocking the remaining arrows. Her magic was not only powerful but also timely, providing a solid defense for everyone.
"These traps are designed quite cleverly," Leia bit her lip, furrowing her brow slightly, but her eyes were shining with determination.
Sylas gave a cold glance around and said, "The designer here seems to enjoy playing these little tricks." Although his voice carried a hint of disdain, he had to admit that the design of these mechanisms was indeed exquisite.
As they continued forward, they encountered a huge stone door inscribed with ancient runes. Leia tried to push it open with all her strength, but the stone door didn't budge.
"Let me do it." Sylas stepped forward, placing his palm on the stone door and softly chanting a spell. As his voice echoed, the runes on the stone door began to glow, and slowly, the door began to move aside, revealing a passage leading deeper inside.
Leia turned to Sylas with a grateful smile. "Thank you, Sylas."
Sylas just nodded lightly. Although his face still wore that cold expression, a subtle tenderness flickered in his eyes.
This interaction made Evan and Minah exchange a smile as they could sense the subtle changes in the relationship between Leia and Sylas. Despite the obvious differences in their personalities, they were able to understand and support each other in this exploration.
In the battle filled with gun smoke and magic, Leia and Sylas fought side by side against wave after wave of enemies. The battle was extremely intense, and both of them displayed astonishing fighting prowess. However, just as the battle was about to end, an enemy unleashed a powerful dark magic towards Sylas.
At that moment, Leia did not hesitate. She rushed towards Sylas at an astonishing speed, pushing him away, but she herself was struck by the powerful force and fell heavily to the ground. The shock in Sylas's eyes erupted in an instant, and for the first time, he felt such a strong emotional surge.
Sylas Hastily rushing forward, Leia carefully helped her up, his movements unusually gentle, a stark contrast to his usual cold demeanor. He whispered, "Are you okay? Are you badly hurt?"
Leia managed a faint smile and replied, "Don't worry, I can still hold on. It's just... I didn't expect you to care so much for others." Her words carried a hint of teasing, yet also revealed an unprecedented warmth.
Sylas's expression became complicated and he said, "I... I just don't want to see my partner get hurt." His voice was low, as if masking his true emotions.
In the following days, Sylas always stayed by Leia's side, tending to her wounds. Every detail of his actions revealed his care. Leia felt a side of Sylas that he had never shown to anyone - a gentle and caring Sylas.
As time passed, Leia gradually recovered from her injuries, and throughout this process, Sylas never left her side. He often changed her bandages, gently tended to her wounds, and every action revealed his unknown delicacy and care.
One quiet night, Leia softly asked, " Sylas, why do you do this? I thought you were only interested in fighting." There was a hint of curiosity in her tone as she gazed at him with gentle eyes.
Sylas stopped his hand and hesitated in his deep eyes. Finally, he answered in a low voice, "Maybe... I didn't realize it myself until the moment you got hurt. I don't want to see people around me get hurt, especially... you." At the end, his voice was so low that only Leia could hear.
Leia was moved by his words. She gently reached out and covered Sylas's hand, which was bandaging her, and sincerely said, " Sylas, thank you. During this time, you have shown me a different side of you and made me feel your warmth and care."
Sylas's face showed a subtle softness, as he gently held Leia's hand and earnestly said, " Leia, I admit that I may have been too arrogant in the past, neglecting the feelings of those around me. But, the time I've spent with you has made me rethink many things."
Leia was moved, and she smiled brightly, saying, "It seems that even the proud dragon prince has moments of weakness."
Sylas was amused by her words, and a faint smile unconsciously appeared at the corner of his mouth, something rarely seen in Leia. He gently retorted, "Who said I've become weak? I've just... slightly changed the way I look at things."
This kind of exchange deepened the relationship between the two. Leia no longer only saw Sylas's cold exterior, but also saw the tenderness and determination within him. And Sylas, influenced by Leia, began to understand more about the meaning of friendship and trust.
One night, Leia whispered, " Sylas, thank you for taking care of me all this time. I may have misunderstood you before."
Sylas looked at her with a softness in his eyes that had never been there before, and said, "Leia, I should also thank you. You have shown me a different world and taught me so much."
At that moment, their eyes met, and the air seemed to be filled with an unspoken emotion. The relationship between them, at that moment, seemed to have transcended mere battle companions, and developed a deeper connection.
As time passed, the relationship between Leia and Sylas became increasingly subtle. They found resonance in mutual support and understanding, and this emotion grew quietly, becoming an indescribable treasure in their hearts.
However, they also understand that the current mission is far more important than personal emotions. They must continue to move forward, uncovering all the secrets hidden in this ruin and preventing the impending unknown crisis. In such a grand background, the budding emotions between Leia and Sylas are beautiful but also appear particularly fragile.
Nevertheless, this budding emotion gives them more strength, allowing them to face danger with greater conviction.
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