Astrid and her mates ran away in fear. They were wounded, but then they didn't notice the pain, survival was the most important thing for them.
"Thank you." Erza muttered as she approached Wain.
"You don't have to. I won't lie. If you hadn't asked, I would have killed them, but it won't happen again. Do you understand?" Wain grabbed Erza by the chin as he stared intently into her eyes.
"Yes. Of course." Erza said briefly.
"Good." Wain turned to the Spirits, "Begin. We're ready."
"Huh, I like your attitude boy. Judging by the energy, you've already passed one trial, but don't think you're all-powerful. All trials are difficult, in their own way." The spirit uttered.
Whoooooooosh.
The spirits turned into a stream as they surrounded Wain and the others. The last time they had been in a dark basement, now they were in a spacious royal hall.
