Barbara's attention snapped from Lycus to Cole and Kaene, who tried to mimic the breathing exercise in the most awkward yet hilarious way possible. Kaene's expression was one of complete seriousness. Still, Cole couldn't stop smirking as he positioned his hands on Kaene's back, guiding him through the inhale and exhale techniques. Barbara tried to suppress a laugh but failed. "Are you two seriously trying to look like a couple?" Cole's face remained stern, his brows furrowed as if he was genuinely committed to the task. "It's a breathing technique class, Barbara. We're practicing like everyone else." Kaene snorted, barely holding back his laughter. "Gotta get the technique right, you know. Just in case we ever need to work on our breathing exercises." Barbara raised an eyebrow, her eye

