Chapter 192 - Runes and strategy

At the inn, the faint sound of shuffling cards greeted them as they stepped through the door. Around a worn table near the hearth sat Seisyll, Aleks, and Melite. Aleks leaned back in his chair, tossing a triumphant grin at Seisyll, who groaned in frustration and tossed his cards on the table.

"Another win for Aleks." Melite said dryly, barely suppressing a yawn.

"You'd think he'd let us win once in a while." Seisyll muttered, gathering the cards for another round.

Arthur and Fedlimid exchanged a glance. Before Arthur could speak, Beli's ghostly figure drifted into view, his translucent form brightening as his eyes locked onto Fedlimid.

"Finally, someone interesting." Beli said, his tone carrying an eager edge. He came closer, his presence unnoticeable to everyone but Fedlimid, who stiffened slightly, his composure cracking just enough for Arthur to notice.

Fedlimid escaped into his room to have a calmer chat.

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