"So you were a member after all."
Liam didn't bother hiding the annoyance in his tone.
Despite Liam's grave look, Zeth gave him a broad smile.
"An acolyte, yes. Come with me, I'll explain on the way."
Zeth left through the backdoor and Liam followed.
"What was that black coating that enveloped your hand?" Liam asked as the two became blurry silhouettes exiting the district.
Zeth made a cryptic smile.
"Can't say. You'll have to be accepted first."
Liam frowned slightly, but kept his reservations.
The dark-eyed man kept his smile as he dashed through the forested terrain.
The same jet-black substance coated his legs, somehow making him move faster.
"I risk a bit saying this… but whatever, it's not like you're going to back out now," Zeth added after a short pause.
