377 Words of Warning

Much as Dalia had predicted, it soon became clear that her brother was not the type to hold a grudge. Before the banquet was even over, he joined Arran and Kaleesh at their table, excitement written across his bruised face.

"You're staying, right?" he asked. "At least another few days?"

Arran cast a cautious glance at the captain, who gave him a small nod. "We might."

"Then we must spar again tomorrow," the young Ranger said in an eager tone. "Other than Knights, I've never seen anyone fight like you."

"We can train together, if you wish," Arran replied. "But I don't know how much I can teach you in just a few days' training." He looked at Lady Raina and her husband, then added, "And it seems like you've already got better teachers than me."

To this, the young man responded with a firm shake of his head. "Father always says that every teacher has something different to share. Anything you're willing to show, I'll gladly learn."