Elizabeth's lips parted, stunned. "Five? At once? Are those… easy to find nowadays?"
Leon shook his head, the grin never fading. "I don't know. But whether it's luck or timing, we can't miss this opportunity. I'm going to meet the commander now, and see what we'll do from here."
Elizabeth nodded, still processing the weight of what he'd just said. Before she could reply, Leon bent down, placing a soft peck on her forehead. "Tell Nikko and the rest I'll be back soon."
She smirked faintly, warmth flickering behind her eyes. "No problem."
Without another word, Leon grabbed his jacket, the sharp lines of his figure cutting a determined silhouette against the residence's dim light. The door closed behind him, leaving Elizabeth to glance at the quiet room before exhaling softly.
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