Meanwhile, Evelise stayed in the corner, her green-furred body partially hidden behind the bucket and barrel she still clutched. She peeked occasionally from the side, curiosity battling her embarrassment. Her eyes widened as she watched Sid's hands move with surprising precision, almost like an artisan sculpting clay rather than sewing cloth.
"You… you actually know how to do that?"
Sid looked over, a small cocky smile tugging at his lips.
"Of course. You think I'd let us freeze in the middle of the apocalypse just because I'm lazy?"
Evelise huffed softly, though she couldn't hide the hint of awe in her eyes.
"Hmph… I guess I underestimated you. Not everything about you is ridiculous, huh?"
Sid chuckled, not breaking his concentration.
"Careful, keep saying things like that and I might start thinking you actually like me."
Evelise's ears twitched at that, and she turned fully away, tightening her hold on the bucket.
