Kary's thoughts raced; today's Larthas seemed completely different from the arrogant, domineering chairman of the Mage Guild of the Empire of Tian Jing he once knew. For the first time, Larthas had spoken to him courteously, leaving him feeling unsettled. Just as he was contemplating what to say, Larthas had already lightly gestured to the two before returning to his side of the table.
Kary whispered to Xi Wen, "Sect Leader, do you think there's any truth to what he said earlier?"
Xi Wen shook his head and said, "I don't know either. Let's do this: we'll go see someone. That person might help dispel our doubts."
Kary was taken aback and asked, "Who are we going to see?"
