After spending another day tied up in the same room, Damian was finally given permission to bathe and prepare for whatever came next. It was early morning, and two guards were stationed around him at all times. As Damian prepared, he noticed his fellow recruits getting ready to face the cold in morning training. They were talking with Captain Mira when five of them broke away and ran toward him. The guards didn't stop them; they had seen these recruits visiting him many times before.
"It's happening..." Geldric, the first to reach Damian, said as he caught his breath.
"They say Lady Vidalia is just and noble," added Einar, who was right behind Geldric.
"That remains to be seen," Damian replied with a small smile.
"I heard Captain Valoris is going himself. I'm sure he'll help," Yovan chimed in, trying to lift Damian's spirits. Damian simply nodded in response.
