'What do they want this time?'
Lucius felt on edge as his gaze swept over the gathered mentors.
He watched as Lilian approached Elder Aldrich and leaned in to whisper something in his ear. Once finished, she quietly took a seat, her expression neutral.
Elder Aldrich shook his head slightly before turning his attention to Lucius with a curious look.
"How has your first day been?" Elder Aldrich asked, his voice calm but probing.
Lucius was annoyed at the question.
"Well, I guess it would have been perfect if not for these constant summons," his tone sharp. "Also, I get that you all want to know more about the Ethergate or Ethersphere, but is it really necessary? It already gives us all the one thing that we want, doesn't it? Can't you just leave things be?"