Cedric might have shaken the crowd with his hidden talents, but he was still treated as the plague. Any faction approaching Cedric would be seen as an accomplice against the crown, since Cedric gaining power might inspire him to state his claim to the throne.
News of his performance traveled widely, and the servants couldn't stop chattering. However, the news of the Crown Prince being chosen to enter Fel'Serra seemed far more appealing to the public. In comparison, Cedric's little display of power was regarded as a surprise at best.
Cedric decided to make use of his time instead of simply waiting. His shadow hunted outside the capital while he visited his grandfather again. Eldrin was working on a new spell when Cedric barged into his hut like a hooligan.
"What do you want?" his grandfather said with annoyance as Cedric walked straight to the couch and sat down. "Don't make yourself at home!"
