(Totally understood. BYC is a way for me to relax after stressing over Chinese language exams, parties, and celebrations that have piled up on me this last weak)
"The truth is," Laurel began more boldly, "is that your very handsome. And I regret waiting so long to tell you." She then flashed a broader smile.
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(Time skip to when they meet again at Lord Laboratories?)
Aralyn found peace that could only be found when she made contact with water. She became weak when separated from water, she felt this weakness a few moments ago, but when she rose from the water after the long journey back to Lord Laboratory she felt herself regaining the strength she once knew.
( Chinese, wow! That's a very hard language to learn. Good luck with your exams.

Razeth liked this confident Laurel. But he couldn't help the slightest of color that collected on his cheeks at her high praise. "It's never too late for such kind words. Thank you Laurel. For I've never thought of myself as handsome, let alone very. I'm glad you approve of my looks." He said softly.
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(Sure! )
Leverett had went back to the vehicle and drove back to the airport to catch his flight. Aralyn was up her own river without a paddle. Also not his problem. He would protest any blame placed upon his shoulders for her defection. He sighed as the plane finally landed upon the small Island airport. He noticed the car to take him back to the laboratories. Regardless of how he tried to prepare himself for explaining where his companion had gone, he was still filled with trepidation. The driver didn't comment upon Aralyn's absence much to his relief, but the ride back was far too brief. He gathered his strength as the car came to a stop in front of the mansion. He stepped out and headed inside to Ericsson's office for debriefing about the mission.