“Negative, Uncle Zeman. You aren’t dying anytime soon!” replied Gerald, withdrawing his palms now that the middle-aged man’s condition had stabilized.

“…G-Gerald…? Is that… really you…? You’re alive…?!” exclaimed the surprised Walter in delight.

“I am, and we have Ryder to thank for that. Regardless, I’ll give a more detailed explanation once we’re back on the surface,” replied Gerald with a nod.

“Deal…!” said Walter as he slowly got to his feet, making it evident that he was still very we