Chapter 249 - To Safely Teach A Good Person... To Respectfully Fear Their Own Good Intentions

Nohre's legs burned lightly from the unexpected hike as she followed her master up the gentle slope in the fading light. The braid wearing teen hadn't thought much of it when Elua suggested they find somewhere quieter to practice, but the journey had taken them well past the edge of the competition grounds and deeper into the plains.

Fusand walked beside her, his Projection practice keeping small colorful crabs dancing in his palm as they climbed. Whether he was showing off or trying to distract himself from his tired state, she couldn't quite tell. The boy was not half as athletic as her.

"Almost there."

The brunette's voice carried back to them. Her pace never slowed or seemed unsure despite the uneven ground. As they crested what felt like the hundredth tiny rise, Nohre noticed how the land dipped away sharply on the other side. A natural bowl sat in the earth plenty well hidden from the distant tents and pavilions.