A week later, Leonel stepped out from the Segmented Cube. His features seemed quite haggard, an unkempt beard 'gracing' his jaw and his messy dirty blond hair sweeping across his shoulders. But, his eyes remained as sharp as swords.
When the youths noticed Leonel's appearance, they all perked up, traces of anticipation painted on their faces.
Leonel smiled lightly. "I've succeeded."
They were simple words, but they alone made the youths feel that a massive burden had been lifted from their chests.
"There's no time to waste." Leonel said with a confident air. "We've already long since decided who would go and who would stay. Let's move out if you're all prepared."
The lineup that chose to follow Leonel was quite interesting. Thunderous Clap, Roaring Black Lion and Flowing Wind all stood to move with him.
