An Intruder

"Why not tell me what is inside the ruins, then?" asked Oriole with a frown. "It makes things easier if Arthur knew what he is fighting for, you know?"

"I made an oath to the princess to never reveal that secret, even to Arthur. As soon as the other guardians hear about this, regardless of how it will turn Runera into a bullseye."

Oriole was quiet before he nodded in understanding. These layers were challenging to crack to ensure that only Arthur gets to the end and knows what is there. This was also a way to protect the ruins from being explored by others.

"Then help me find him," said Oriole. "I need to tell him to leave this space as soon as possible. I will figure out a way to tell him about the ruins and all of this, but he needs to leave."

"I am troubled as well since this space was created by..."