After stepping outside, Felix answered the call. Xena's voice came through instantly. "I've made up my mind," she said.

Felix hesitated, knowing this decision was incredibly difficult. Though they had once loved each other and been intimate, several years had passed, and everything had changed.

"Maybe you should think about it more," Felix said.

"I really have thought it through. This is our best chance to get valuable information about the Hall of Souls. I don't want to miss this opportunity."

She added one more thing before hanging up, "And since it's with you, I can accept it."

Felix sighed deeply. It seemed Xena still loved him. Unfortunately, time had passed. Some things, once missed, could be very difficult to get back.

He immediately sent Billy a message. Despite it being late at night, he received a reply right away. "Got it. I'll be in Zuera in three days. I need to prepare some things."

"Okay."

By the time Felix returned to the hotel, dawn was breaking. There wa