The next day, the flying carriage that Princes Aila, Shannon, Conan, Elliot, and Chloee were riding in arrived at the Fortaare Desert.
After much debate, they decided to visit Kira's Grandpa. This idea came from Shannon who used her ability to check on William from time to time.
Through the scenes that played in her mind's eye, she discovered that Zeph was quite a capable individual. Because of this, she convinced everyone that they should head to the Fortaare Desert and ask the old coot to let them talk to William using his communication artifact.
"Are you sure this old man will be able to help us?" Chloee asked as she looked at the gates of the city that towered above her.
Shannon nodded. "Of course. However, if he refuses to cooperate, we can always use violence to make him listen to our demands."
"Oh! I approve of this plan. I like beating up old people!"
