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After confirming the demise of Little Abbott, the mastermind behind the recent chaos, George decided to explain everything that had transpired to Gwen.

With Helen hospitalized and severely injured, it was impossible for George to keep the events under wraps, no matter how much he might have wanted to.

When Gwen learned that her mother had been rescued unconscious from a cold storage room where countless lives had already been lost, she nearly fainted from shock.

Helen had endured severe abuse, with both legs broken. It was a harrowing thought—had George arrived any later, Helen might have become yet another sacrifice on that madman's altar to his dark god.

This overwhelming gratitude for Eren's timely help in locating her mother led Gwen to impulsively kiss him.

"Don't worry, it's all over now," Eren said softly, patting Gwen's back as he comforted her.

Though it wasn't the first time Gwen had kissed him, Eren couldn't help but marvel at the softness of her lips, which still felt so... mesmerizing.

After a long moment, Gwen calmed down, her face flushed with embarrassment as she released him.

Sensing her discomfort, Eren quickly changed the subject. "How's Helen doing? She seemed to be in bad shape yesterday."

At the mention of her mother, the light in Gwen's eyes dimmed visibly.

"The doctor said Mom was brought to the hospital just in time. The surgery went well, and if she recovers smoothly, she might be able to walk again in a few months. But…" Gwen's voice faltered, and her eyes filled with tears. "She might never be able to wear skirts again."

Helen's legs, already broken by blunt force, now bore the scars of surgery. The thought of the permanent marks left behind—a cruel reminder of the ordeal—was unbearable for someone who once loved dressing elegantly.

"I'm sorry," Eren said, his voice tinged with guilt. "If I had found her sooner…"

"No." Gwen shook her head firmly. "If it weren't for you, things would've been so much worse. Even Dad couldn't believe how quickly you found her. He said you were out for less than half an hour."

She looked at Eren with a mix of curiosity and awe, her eyes still shimmering with unshed tears.

"Want to know how I did it?" Eren asked, meeting her gaze.

Gwen hesitated for a moment. "Is it... something you're allowed to share?"

"Why not?" Eren shrugged. "It's a form of divination, actually."

He chuckled and added, "Didn't George mention I asked for items that carried Helen's aura?"

"Yes, he did. Does it have to do with your divination?"

"Exactly. I used those items to locate her. Of course, my method is a bit different from what most people think of as fortune-telling. If you're curious, I can show you sometime—maybe even try finding something to help remove Helen's scars."

Gwen's eyes lit up with hope. "You mean… that's possible?"

But just as quickly, her gaze shifted to Eren's pale face, and a new worry arose. She recalled the stories she'd read about how powerful seers often paid heavy prices for their abilities.

"Wait," she said, her voice tight with concern. "Does divination hurt you? Your face is so pale today... Is it because of yesterday? Did finding my mom cost you too much?"

Eren blinked, surprised by the depth of her understanding. It seemed Gwen had a broader knowledge of such matters than he'd expected.

In truth, the pale complexion wasn't from yesterday's divination but rather the Cosmic Brain Meditation Method he'd been practicing. Still, there was no need to explain that.

Eren gave her a faint smile, deliberately keeping his answer mysterious. "Just a small price. Nothing I can't handle. Besides…" His smile turned teasing. "You've already paid me, haven't you?"

"What?" Gwen frowned in confusion, only for her mind to replay the earlier kiss.

Her face turned bright red, the blush spreading rapidly across her cheeks. The memory of her impulsive act burned in her thoughts.

This jerk!

Flustered, Gwen shot him a glare, but despite her embarrassment, she found herself oddly comforted. The guilt she'd carried for being in Eren's debt began to ease, replaced by a sense of... balance.

Maybe... maybe it's okay that he helped me so much, she thought. After all, I've already paid him plenty, haven't I?

Eren's playful comment shifted the atmosphere between them, adding a subtle tension that neither could quite articulate.

The awkward silence lingered until the sharp ding of the school bell broke the moment.

Gwen exhaled deeply, her thoughts settling.

"My mom's still in critical condition, so I'll be spending my evenings at the hospital for now," she said apologetically. "But once she's stable, I'd love to see how your divination works."

"There's no rush," Eren replied with an easy smile. "Whenever you're ready. And next time, if you need to reach me, you can always just call. You still have my number, right?"

"Of course," Gwen said, a smile tugging at her lips. "I'm the one who reminded you about dinner at my place last time, remember?"

Her smile faltered slightly. "But maybe… if Dad hadn't insisted on driving you home that night, none of this would've happened."

(End of Chapter)

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