I'll accept that, [ she agrees so very magnanimously, chuckling at his dismay. All's been forgiven a long time ago, but she reserves the right to still tease him about it. ]

It's true, though, we have. And a bit more still, every day. A good thing too, so I can keep up with repairing you all at the end of the day.

[ An indicative, wry glance toward his side follows. Since not only can she now field her elements further away, more strongly and consistently, her healing ability too has been significantly elevated. ]

At this rate, just imagine where we'll be a bit further into the journey. [ She shouldn't jinx it, to have too high hopes, but she really does think they have a real shot thanks to the Lumina tech. ] It's... a real chance, Gustave.

[ Her voice goes a little hushed, awed by the thought that they could actually be winning a future for themselves and all of Lumière. A humbling concept that makes her stomach sink and swoop, scary and exciting all at once. ]