STEP
They landed atop Mt. Vanfeiger.
It was a mountain at the center of a barren desert in South Kandria, devoid of too much activity and life. The area was as desolate as it was serene.
"Huff…" Rui heaved a sigh as he quickly consumed a light rejuvenation potion, restoring his expended stamina.
He gazed at the Monastery of Mysteries.
"We will secure the area, Your Highness," Master Zentra calmly remarked. "Not that it is required, but nothing can be allowed to disturb your audience with the personage that awaits you."
"…Understood."
"Break a leg, my friend!" Master Iskan slapped him on the shoulder, leaving him a bruise as he walked away.
PAT
Master Vericita smiled warmly as she reassured him with a hand on his head. "Good luck, my child."
She, too, stepped away.
"You don't need luck," Master Ceeran smirked. "If it's you, you are able to make your own, am I wrong?"
