Unlike Liya Tower Fortress, an imperial stronghold purpose-built for war, Losterling City lay south of the second defensive line, positioned safely behind the strategic buffer zone. Its urban construction relies on the severe rigidity of border fortresses, and being inside didn't evoke the urgent urgency of war.
Precisely because of this, Lyra, who in Liya Tower had only enough time each day to rinse off before collapsing into bed to conserve energy, could finally enjoy the rare luxury of soaking longer in a bathtub here, savoring the comfort of warmth enveloping her entire body. Before Astrid returned each day, tying up her hair and sinking into warm water was the most relaxing moment of Lyra's entire day.
Noticing the bathtub's inner wall felt slightly slippery tonight, Lyra carefully sat down, still in a tipsy state. She channeled her mental power to activate the crystal stone, letting the warm water gradually rise past her ankles.
