Kael looked at Zarek as though he were a specimen under a microscope, almost unable to recognize him. Zarek's hair had grown slightly longer, and his piercing blue eyes now carried the intensity of a seasoned warrior.
"Hello, Mr. Kael. It has been a while," Zarek greeted, extending his hand.
Kael shook Zarek's hand, but as their hands met, he felt an intense pressure radiating from Zarek. Kael's mind raced.
Is this the same kid from before? That D-rank hunter? he thought. The feeling I get from him now is nothing like before. The mana emanating from him... it's sinister. He has almost as much mana as an S-rank hunter. His power... could he rival the Six Pillars?
"Yeah, I'm glad you all survived the raid," Kael said, masking his thoughts with a polite smile. "And I thank you for bringing the Tomo Guild back. I don't know what kind of magic you all used to change Cain, but I'm grateful."
