"What changed your mind?" the brunette questioned, curious expression still plastered onto her face.

The blonde stared silently at the brunette. "There were no more threats," she finally replied, smiling faintly. She glanced down at the floor, staring at the grass beneath her feet for a moment. "Besides," she added hesitantly, glancing up at the brunette. "You seem nice enough."

The brunette's lips twitched upward into a small smile, making the blonde's heart flutter slightly. She cleared her throat and turned to face the blonde, her eyes narrowing slightly.

"Anyway," she continued, changing the subject slightly. "Have you seen the others by any chance?"

The blonde nodded slightly. "They headed...