When the trio arrived at the North Gates, they found Malim already waiting for them. He had a simple bag over his back and a sword strapped to his waist. He nodded in greeting when they stopped near him and they did the same.
This time, he would not act as their superior, but as their companion. With two Gifted, and their close friend, he was the one at the disadvantage when it came to power standing in their group.
"Are you all ready?" The red haired man asked as he turned to face them. He was not surprised to see Dion and Daniel, as Mian had already told him that the two other boys were supposed to join him on his journey.
"Yeah, we can head off now." Mian nodded. He stood at the front of the group as they faced off the older man.
