The Legend of Kajo

Chapter 22

After dinner, everyone retired to their tents, settling in for the night. Kajo and Saji sat inside a cozy tent, the soft glow of a lantern casting a warm light on their faces.

"Hey, Saji?" Kajo asked, his voice low and gentle.

Saji looked up, his eyes sparkling.

"What's on your mind, Kajo?"

"Why didn't you get your own tent?" Kajo inquired. "I'm glad you're here with me, but... I don't want you to feel obligated."

Saji's smile softened.

"I enjoy your company, Kajo. I don't want to be alone," he said, his voice barely above a whisper. "Being with you makes me feel safe, like I'm home."

Kajo's heart skipped a beat. He felt the same way.

"Saji..." Kajo's voice trailed off, his emotions overwhelming him.

Saji's eyes locked onto Kajo's.

"I know, Kajo. I feel it too. This connection between us... it's more than friendship."

Slowly, they reached out and took each other's hands, their palms touching. The warmth of Saji's hand sent shivers down Kajo's spine.

They gazed into each other's eyes, the tension between them palpable.

As they leaned in, their faces inches apart, a knock at the tent flap made them jump back.

"Hey, guys? Can I join you?" Josh asked, his voice hesitant.

Kajo and Saji exchanged a look, then nodded in unison.

"Come in, Josh," Kajo said, trying to sound casual.

Josh entered, and the three of them settled in, holding hands in a tight circle.

"Thanks for letting me in," Josh said, his voice filled with gratitude. "I feel like I've found my family here."

Saji squeezed Josh's hand.

"You are family, Josh. We're in this together."

Kajo smiled.

"We've been through so much. We've lost loved ones, but we've found each other."

As they drifted off to sleep, Kajo felt a sense of belonging he hadn't felt in a long time. He was exactly where he was meant to be.

The three slept soundly, their hands clasped together, a sense of peace and unity hung in the air.

In the silence, Kajo whispered.

"I love you, Saji."

Saji's whisper was barely audible.

"I love you too, Kajo."

Josh's childlike soft voice joined in.

"I love you both."

Their love and acceptance enveloped them, a warm embrace that chased away the darkness.

As they slept, their hearts beat as one, filled with hope and promise for a brighter future.
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For one week and five days, the ten combat professionals had been tirelessly farming levels in the rat dungeons, with Kajo and Saji providing supervision and support.

Kajo's God of Healing skill had been activated non-stop, ensuring that any injuries or cuts were healed instantly.

He had also used his Resonance skill to manipulate the Cloaking Buff from his ring, covering the entire camp and keeping them hidden from view.