(Active Military Base, Planet Juxta, Leo's POV)
Ignoring Charles's childish insults, Leo stood tall before him with both arms folded behind his back, his gaze fixed on the man with an unamused expression carved into his face, as though daring him to say something else ridiculous.
"You said if I manage to escape within twenty-four hours, you shall help me with my aura training. Well, I have escaped…." Leo stated sharply, his tone calm but pointed, as Charles paused his laughter mid-chuckle to properly examine the stubborn defiance on the boy's face.
"Alright, alright, Mr. Upright Man," Charles relented at last, brushing some imaginary dust off his coat as a smirk curled at his lips. "Since I'm in a good mood this morning, I'll honor my word…"
