An Unexpected Ally
Theron hummed a cheerful tune as he ascended the mountain path to Suncrest.
It had been an exceedingly pleasant afternoon—he'd found not one but two people who piqued his interest. The trip had already proven worth the effort.
When he finally arrived at the grand gates atop Suncrest, he saw two disciples bickering in hushed tones.
"I'm telling you! Just trust in Senior Brother Marcus!"
"Trust him? Our Senior Brother is the type to daydream about flowers whenever Master isn't watching!"
"Ethan. Should I tell Senior Brother what you just said?"
"Wow, so our friendship means this little, huh? I'm deeply disappointed!"
The name Marcus was familiar to Theron.
Smiling brightly, he casually approached the two.
"Hello there!"
"Huh? Who—wait, that insignia on your robes…"
