Initiate Intermediate Rank?

Alden woke up in a luxurious room.

The sunlight was peeking through the curtains that covered the large windows.

Soft bed. Fluffy pillows. The kind of luxury that should make anyone feel like royalty.

Man, I feel refreshed.

He stretched with a yawn, dragging himself out of bed.

A quick, cold shower later, and he was wide awake.

He quickly got dressed in clean clothes from his storage ring. He ordered breakfast and ate in comfortable silence.

By the time he was done, it was already noon. He had slept for nearly ten hours.

Was that excessive? 

Maybe. 

Did he care? 

Not really.

After checking out of the hotel, he made his way to the exit—only to hear the last voice he wanted to hear.

"Hey Alden", A truly unpleasant voice for Alden.

Alden's steps froze.

Ah. Of course. Just my luck.

Slowly, he turned around. He already knew who it was.