In fact, the fact that Rui was ever able to speak to him as an equal was a feat that was actually far more impressive in hindsight.
"He must be quite impressive if you have chosen to patron him," Guildmaster Bradt remarked.
Rui made sure to control his demeanor and non-verbal communication. He did not want the man to even consider the possibility that he was someone he knew. As far as Rui was concerned, they were just two strangers that had never met before, and that was how he should act about it. Unless he did something incredibly stupid, there was no way for the guildmaster to know what he was up to.
"He indeed is," Master Deivon smiled back. "I am certain he will perform extremely well in the Martial Contest, and given his age, he has a lot of future potential."
