In the shadows of the night forest, Christo was standing among the trees.
Out of nowhere, a figure materialized in front of him and quickly bowed.
"Master," greeted the figure with a gruff voice that sounded like an old man who smoked too much.
"Liam, why did you intervene earlier?" Christo questioned.
"To protect you," Liam curtly replied.
"Did I look like I needed your protection that badly?"
"Yes."
Christo fell silent.
A few moments later, he said, "I would've been injured at most. We're lucky that nobody noticed you. Try to hold yourself back next time."
Liam silently nodded.
"And keep a secret about Drai's powers," Christo added.
The figure slightly flinched, seemingly surprised by the command. Unlike before, he didn't immediately agree.
"What? Do you have something to say about this?" Christo asked upon seeing Liam's hesitation.
"Your companion is a suitable addition for the cause," Liam replied.
