For the umpteenth time, Ben tried to control himself. Not to count how many times Elzi had taken a deep breath.

“Zi?”

Instead of counting, Ben finally decided to just call the girl's name. Especially since Ben was sure that Elzi would not finish her lunch at that moment. She seemed to be lost in thought. So instead of eating, Elzi seemed to be enjoying the air.

“Hm?”

Nonchalantly, Elzi looked at Ben. Then her eyes went back to her lunch, which she seemed to enjoy in no more than ten bites.

“What's wrong with you?” Ben asked, pushing his empty plate aside. “I've noticed you seem a little down...