Great Master Thorne hesitated for a moment.
Should he really speak of something so cruel?
Then again…
Vera had always lived a life of cruelty.
If he withheld the truth now, how could he expect him to stand alongside them in the battles to come?
"…Or they could try to burn Suncrest to the ground."
Vera descended from Great Master Thorne residence alongside Aiden.
With their lightness skill, they could have reached the ground in just a few steps. Yet, Aiden walked slowly, deliberately taking one step at a time.
Vera followed behind, already guessing the reason.
He's contemplating.
Who should be informed?
Who should be asked for help?
Who must remain unaware?
And, most of all—what about those they hold dear?
The ones with whom they share deep bonds… His own disciples.
Marcus, Jace, Dylan, Ethan, Noah…
Saying that Suncrest might burn was no mere exaggeration.
