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Just as Leo was gradually falling asleep to the monotonous sound of the television program, a sudden rush of footsteps came from outside the door. This abrupt noise immediately startled him awake from his half-dream state, causing his heart to quicken. Instinctively, he looked towards the door, only to see the consulting room's door being forcefully pushed open, followed by a familiar and energetic presence flooding into the room.
Following that, Emily, Sarah, and Jim entered in succession, each wearing an eager and concerned expression on their faces. Seeing them, Leo's heart filled with warmth and emotion, and all his loneliness and unease dissipated in that moment.
Douglas followed them into the room with a wry smile on his face, muttering, "What's the rush? Can't we take it slow?" Although his tone sounded resigned, his eyes revealed his tolerance and affection for the group of young people. Clearly, the arrival of the Valkyrie mercenary group members injected vitality and joy into the otherwise tranquil consulting room.
The appearance of the three individuals was like a long-awaited sunshine, brightening Leo's world and dispelling all the gloom in his heart. Just as Emily was about to rush towards Leo with excitement and concern, Jim suddenly intervened, playfully pushing her away with a rough gesture and a mischievous smile on his face. He swiftly reached Leo's bedside, his sudden and swift action instantly enlivening the atmosphere in the room.
Jim seemed to have returned to his childhood, showing particular curiosity towards the IV drip and other medical supplies on Leo's body. As he played with them, he jokingly remarked in a playful tone, "Wow... Second Lieutenant, you've really set a record. You just joined Valkyrie and haven't even completed a mission yet, but you're already on sick leave. This doesn't count as sick leave, it's considered absenteeism!" His words were full of banter and humor, but at the same time, they revealed his deep care and friendship for Leo.
This remark instantly lightened the atmosphere in the consulting room, and even Leo couldn't help but laugh at Jim's teasing. Although his laughter was mixed with slight pain, that pain seemed less important in the face of the laughter and care among comrades. Jim's joke not only brought a bit of joy to Leo but also made him keenly feel the warmth and support of the Valkyrie mercenary group's big family. Even in the most difficult moments, he was never alone.
In Jim's playful and teasing manner, Emily seemed to find an opportunity to vent her dissatisfaction from being pushed away just now. She lightly kicked behind Jim, with a hint of playfulness and a small sense of retaliation. This kick not only made Jim turn around, but the two of them immediately began to bicker like children, pushing and teasing each other, making the scene both joyful and chaotic for a while.
In this seemingly nonsensical argument, Sarah appeared quite calm. She did not join in Jim and Emily's bickering, but quietly went around them to Leo's bedside. Her expression carried a hint of apology as she gently looked at Leo and said, "Hey... didn't expect it to turn out like this, sorry! It's us seniors who didn't take good care of you!" Her voice was full of concern and self-blame, as if she took Leo's injury as her own responsibility.
Facing Sarah's apology, Leo quickly shook his head and responded, "No... you didn't do anything wrong." His tone was firm and sincere, trying to reassure Sarah and others, letting them know that he didn't blame anyone. Leo's words not only reflected his understanding and tolerance as a new member of the team, but also showed his deep emotions and trust in this team that was called family.
Emily withdrew from her playful argument with Jim and walked to Leo's bedside, her face showing a concerned expression. She gently asked, "Are you feeling better now?" Leo felt a hint of warmth from Emily's concern, and at this moment, this care was especially important to him.
Leo helplessly showed a faint smile and replied, "I don't know, but I feel very tired. I just woke up, maybe I'll feel better after some time." His voice sounded a bit weary, but with the care of his friend, the weariness seemed to become less heavy.
Sensing Leo's uncertainty and fatigue, Emily reached out and warmly held Leo's hand. Her eyes were full of encouragement as she firmly said, "You can do it! Keep going!" This simple phrase, like a force, reached Leo's heart, making him feel a bit of strength and hope.
Leo was moved by Emily's encouragement. He smiled, nodded in gratitude, and then suddenly remembered another person. He asked, "What about Alex? Did he not come?"
Emily looked a bit puzzled as she answered Leo's question, saying, "The boss? He seems to be very busy these days, I don't know what he's busy with. I'll tell him your message later." Her voice carried some regret, as if she was also curious about Alex's busyness. Then she added, "But when you were in the hospital before, he did come to see you." This statement brought a sense of comfort to Leo, knowing that even though Alex couldn't be there at that moment, the care from him still existed.
Leo nodded, expressing understanding for Alex's concern and Emily's explanation. At that moment, Jim suddenly interjected with a teasing tone, saying, "Ha! When that old guy starts getting busy, it must mean a big case is coming. I bet it's going to be some troublesome case!" His words revealed an understanding of Alex's style of action and also expressed some concern while predicting potential difficulties.
Jim's words caught the attention of the others in the room. Everyone knew that when Alex was engrossed in something, it often meant that the mercenary group was about to face a new challenge or mission. At such times, everyone needed to be prepared to face possible turbulence. For Leo, although he was still in recovery, he was already looking forward to a speedy recovery and rejoining his comrades to face every future challenge together.
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