Jenny's eyes fluttered open, her surroundings unfamiliar and hazy. Confusion washed over her as she realized she and Edon were lying in a room adorned with the enigmatic Sandcastle. Her gaze turned to Oya, who stood watchful and silent, his presence both comforting and mysterious.
Instinctively, Jenny's first question spilled from her lips, her concern for Machi paramount. "Where's Machi?" she blurted out, her voice betraying a splash of anxiety.
Oya's gaze met Jenny's, his eyes veiled behind his helmet. "Machi is with Lily," he replied calmly, his words settling heavily in the air.
Jenny's eyes widened, her usual composed demeanor momentarily slipping. Flustered, she sank back onto the surface beneath her, a whirlwind of emotions churning within her. The weight of her worries pressed upon her, threatening to overwhelm her.
With a sigh, Jenny gathered herself, her voice more measured this time. "Is Machi... is he okay?" she inquired, her voice tinged with vulnerability.
Oya's response came swift and reassuring. "He is," he stated simply, offering a glimpse of solace in his words.
Edon stirred, his consciousness returning to the present. He glanced around, noticing his knees wrapped in bandages. Grateful for Oya's care, he offered his thanks, a nod of gratitude passing between them.
As Jenny and Edon lay there, their bodies still weakened, fragments of memory began to piece together in their minds. They exchanged puzzled glances, attempting to reconstruct the events that led them to this moment.
Jenny's curiosity burned within her, and she couldn't help but broach the topic of the elusive TG2 key. She turned her gaze toward Oya, her eyes filled with anticipation. "Do you have any information about the TG2 key?" she asked, her voice laced with a blend of hope and urgency.
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Oya's gaze drifted into the distance, his thoughts seemingly lost in contemplation. Then, with a hint of sorrow hidden beneath his helmet, he produced the TG2 key, tossing it to Jenny. Surprise washed over her, her laughter echoing in the room. Edon joined in, sharing a knowing and somewhat insecure grin.
Jenny's excitement bubbled within her, the key a tangible symbol of progress. "When can I see Machi?" she asked eagerly, her eyes shining with anticipation.
Oya's response offered a glimmer of hope. "He will be here any minute," he assured her, his voice resonating with a rare warmth.
Edon interjected, a smile playing on his lips. "Finally, you and Machi can make your way to B2 level," he remarked, his voice filled with a mix of pride and longing.
Jenny nodded in agreement, acknowledging the truth in his words. She turned to Edon, her gaze softened with appreciation. "You've been a true friend, Edon, you can come with us if you want," she said sincerely, her gratitude evident.
Edon's reply held a touch of wistfulness. "I can freely move to all levels below A2," he revealed, a glimmer of adventure flickering in his eyes.
Jenny's smile widened, knowing that their paths would diverge, but their bond remained unbroken. The door to the room creaked open, and their attention shifted to the figures who entered.
Lily stepped in, her mask hiding her expression, an air of enigma surrounding her. But behind her, Jenny's heart leapt at the sight of Machi. A single eye now concealed beneath an eyepatch, he exuded a quiet strength.
Unable to contain her joy, Jenny mustered every ounce of her weakened body and leapt toward Machi. He enveloped her in a tight embrace, their reunion a testament to their resilience and unwavering bond.
"I am back," Machi whispered, a gentle smile gracing his lips, his voice brimming with determination and a sense of homecoming.
Together, Jenny and Machi stood, their spirits rekindled amidst the uncertainty that lay ahead. The journey to B2 level beckoned, the weight of their shared destinies pressing upon them.