"I have the ability to protect myself, my family, and my friends. I'm sure you saw that earlier."
Flora Bloom's words didn't surprise Lex Cross. It was only natural that the girl he was interested in was smart. But his desire to take her with him was genuine.
"That's true, you're very capable. Especially your pets—every one of them is strong. But you know better than I do that in the apocalypse, there are more monsters like the one we saw today."
How could Flora Bloom not know? But her confidence stemmed entirely from her space. That was what she truly relied on.
"Don't say another word. If I'm willing to risk traveling with my parents, it's because I have an even better ace up my sleeve."
"I appreciate you looking out for me. But I don't want to be the kind of person who can only rely on others to survive the apocalypse."
