"A pupil? You, Victor?" Franky almost dropped his mug when he heard Victor's revelation. He blinked several times, trying to process the information. "What made you change your mind?"
Victor gave a slight smile, a hint of nostalgia in his eyes. "The circumstances were different this time. He's Bel Selvarum, and I had to try to make it up to the Selvarums for having welcomed me into the city. Besides, Selvarum's father was a friend."
Aluella, still surprised, leaned forward, her eyes shining with curiosity. "And what's he like?"
Victor took a sip of his drink before answering. "Bel has an indomitable spirit, but also a kindness that is rare to see. He didn't have much formal training, but his courage and instinct for learning impressed me."
Franky shook his head, an admiring smile on his lips. "It looks like you've found a genuine diamond in the rough. It must be quite a challenge to shape it."
