The Assignment

"So… will you be able to listen to me out there? I'm already the leader the others respect. Can you view me the same way?"

Mia sat across from the young teen she had met a while back on a quest. Originally, when she saw him while the commander pulled her group from the others, she thought that she would be able to make use of his excellent scouting skills, mana manipulation, and speed.

That alone was enough to want to bring him into the fold. However, after seeing how he had grown by just growing in a single rank cemented in her mind that she absolutely had to have him.

Lucius could not join them, though, if he was unable or unwilling to follow orders. While he had the potential to be a great asset, he also could be a massive hinderance under the wrong circumstances. His demeanor was different as well, which did cause some concern.

"I can."