After two minutes of stumbling, Julius' eyes lit up as he sensed strength and Qi return to his body. He rapidly converted his energy, using the wood element to hasten his recovery, and realising his big brother's blade must have helped heal him. With his gladius drawing Qi, they formed an incredible pair of weapons.
Refreshed thanks to their help, he picked up his pace, his boots echoing against the rocky ground of the misty canyon.
As the damp air licked his sweat-covered skin, he noticed a lonely hut after three minutes of walking. 'Is it the dullahan's living quarters?' he mused, scanning the area and hoping to spot the two girls.
"Are they inside?" He muttered, pressed for time. Then, he shouted tentatively, "Morgane, Nova, where are you?"
Echoing his question, he heard hushed whispers coming from the lodging before the door creaked open, revealing the red-haired girl carrying a booklet and the Banshee.
