"People aren't gods. Making mistakes is normal." Qiu Ran was easygoing, and she laughed heartily. "Anyway, we'll be arriving at Sikkim Settlement soon."
"Really?" Li Aoz glanced at the mission destination. "Mm, it's not far now. Get ready."
"Are you going to fight them head-on?" Qiu Ran was somewhat worried. "I know you and Nomi are incredibly capable, but they're desperadoes after all. It's still very dangerous. No matter what, your own safety comes first. You have to protect yourselves."
Li Aoz froze for a moment. He looked at Qiu Ran, who scratched her head awkwardly. "Did I say something wrong?"
"No." Li Aoz shrugged. "It's just been a long time since anyone showed concern for me. It caught me off guard."
"Is that so? Hehe." Qiu Ran relaxed. She loved smiling, and it always put those around her in a better mood. "I used to be the eldest at home too. I had two younger brothers and a younger sister. When I see you and Nomi, I can't help slipping into big-sister mode. Sorry."
"Not bad."
Li Aoz changed the subject. "It's a little unfamiliar... but it doesn't feel bad."
"Hm? Really?" Qiu Ran's eyes lit up. "For you to say that, I actually feel kind of honored."
"Is it really that big a deal? Then again, you probably see me as some kind of murderer—someone who doesn't look like they're good at expressing emotions." Li Aoz spread his hands. "I did act a little too arrogantly before. It left a bad impression. I'll rein it in from now on. Mm, starting with valuing life sounds good. I won't kill people so casually anymore."
"Well... as long as you can honestly admit it, that's enough. Just be yourself."
Even so, Qiu Ran muttered quietly, "But killing people with a