In the three years that had passed, Regis, Pandora, Killian, and Aurelia had completed countless quests; both as a party and on their own.
Now in the midst of adolescence, the four of them were growing splendidly, navigating the trials of puberty alongside the challenges of their adventuring life.
The house gifted to them by Aurum had been renovated to suit their shared needs: it featured a training hall, a library filled with both practical knowledge and magical theory, and of course, individual rooms for personal time and space.
It also became somewhat of a headquarters for their adventurer party, where they conducted meetings regarding quests and the like.
Living together had only strengthened their bond, turning their friendship into something unshakable.
"Oh no!!!"
Just as Regis stepped through the front door, Killian's voice echoed dramatically through the house.
It did not take long for him to find Pandora lounging in the living room, a magic tome in hand.
