The conversation led to immediate preparations. It was still early in the morning, and Khan didn't have much, so he and Jenna could depart from the underground dome in no time.

Jenna decided to change clothes, and she obviously requested Khan's help. She was going back to the surface, among other species, so she had to mind her appearance.

Her choice fell on a greyish dress that left her shoulders uncovered and ended in a long skirt. Khan literally had to put those clothes on Jenna since she didn't want to hear reasons, and some young Nele brought a simple backpack for her in the meantime.

The two didn't need anything else. Jenna led Khan toward the same elevator that he had used to reach the hidden dome. He didn't have to go through the whole cleaning procedure at that time, so he could quickly gain access to the spectacle hidden by Lower Level 1.

The secret door inside the shop opened and revealed the familiar transparent counter. A relatively young Nele stood behind it, and he didn't look surprised when he noticed Khan and Jenna. Khan actually felt to have seen him inside the dome.

"[Be safe out there]," The Nele announced when Khan and Jenna left the secret elevator.

Jenna revealed a smile as she led Khan toward the entrance. He only managed to exchange a glance with the Nele, but the latter made sure to nod at him during that instant.

'Maybe they are really starting to accept me,' Khan thought before another event distracted him.

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