After receiving Xiao Ran's call and learning that he had returned, Lacus found Shanamia and hurried with her to Xiao Ran's room. The moment she entered, she saw Xiao Ran sitting on the edge of his bed, his mask already removed.
Before walking over to Xiao Ran, Lacus did not forget to lock the door completely. She had sensed that Xiao Ran had deliberately asked her to bring Shanamia because he had something important to tell them, which was why she made sure to lock the door and prevent anyone from suddenly coming in and overhearing something they should not.
Shanamia had not thought as much as Lacus. The moment she saw Xiao Ran, she hurried over, grabbed his hand, and asked worriedly, "Lacus rushed over to get me just now. What happened? Are you all right?"
"I'm fine." Xiao Ran smiled faintly at Shanamia, then glanced at Lacus, who had walked over. He said to the two women, "I didn't call you here for anything else. I just wanted to tell you that for the next few days, or perhaps a week, I probably won't be able to appear before anyone else. You two must be prepared."
"Don't worry. Other than weakness, there won't be any other problems."
Xiao Ran had already told them that he would become weak after leaving that state. Thus, upon hearing this, both women merely looked worried and did not ask why.
Xiao Ran continued, "After I leave that state, I should fall directly into a deep sleep. Before that happens, there are a few things I need to remind you of."
"For the next few days, you must keep my weakness absolutely secret. Not even the slightest bit of information can get out—not to anyone. Otherwise, there could be serious consequences. The Earth