3 The Ark Of Confirmation And Hiring

Ysabeau next provided a divine thwack on her husband's head.

"Be nice! You'll end up scaring her!"

"I can't make her scared if she's already frightened," mumbled Gillian, rubbing the sore spot on the top of his head.

Another smack made the young girl wince in place of Gillian.

"And whose fault was that?!"

"You were the one who unleashed the Demonic Wings."

By the third whack, the young girl was trying to hold back her laughter. Despite how they were being portrayed, they were nothing but newlyweds at heart. As the couple finally focused once more, the young girl was able to unleash the most powerful spell within her arsenal.

One that was strong enough to strain her Elemental Endurance but not enough to completely drain the hapless girl's Elemental Energy. With a deep breath, the young girl gathered up her strength and unleashed a taste of the power she had within her being.

"Coeli Rotam; Die Iudicii. (Heaven's Wheel; On the day of judgment)," she chanted, glowing bright with golden light.

Heaven's Wheel. Also known as Valokia's Divine Justice. A spell that can only be wielded by a Valkyrie born and bred on the lands of Valokia. Though the way it was being used throughout the years remains a mystery, it has been known to kill a single individual to making stars fall.

Two immense circles appeared; above and underneath the whole hall. The circles started spinning rapidly, absorbing streams of Light Elemental Energy within the area.

With arrows coming from both circles, an enormous pillar of light and flash left the couple impressed. Gillian gave a contented smile as he clapped. The young girl's eyes lit up in happiness.

"I had a hunch, but I couldn't know for sure. It has been a long time since I've encountered one of your kind. Years, perhaps. Tell me, young one, what is your name?" asked Gillian.

The young girl smiled and went towards the couple.

"My name's Mavislin Roydon," introduced the cheerful young girl.

Gillian nodded as he laid a hand on the child's head.

"You are worthy of gaining high status and fame within the Congregation. And I am willing to give you some private lessons. After all, a Valkyrie's powers should be used wisely, not recklessly," explained Gillian.

Mavislin tilted her head in confusion. Ysabeau sighed and crouched to the young girl's level.

"Would you like to train with us?"

Mavislin was taken aback, was she hearing things? Two great Mages were proposing her to be their disciple? It wasn't even an order; it was an invitation. The girl showed trepidation as she tried gathering her muddled thoughts.

"Are you guys teachers?" asked Mavislin, seemingly unsure of her own words.

The two shook their heads, further increasing Mavislin's nervousness.

"We've never got the chance. Most of the students aren't able to handle the number of lessons we dish out," explained Gillian.

"Then what makes you think I would be able to?" asked the nervous girl.

"Your Elemental Energy and Aura tells me so."

With a deep breath, the Valkyrie narrowed her eyes and allowed her mouth to execute the agreement.

"Great! I'll be by your side when in training to make sure this demon doesn't steer you to an early grave," said Ysabeau, giving a slap on the back of the unfortunate husband.

"Why are you so violent, woman?!"

"Why are you so terrifying, man?!"

Mavislin found it difficult to stifle her laugh as the two continued to bicker. A shadow captivated the attention of the young girl, but she decided not to pay any heed to it.

The Congregation's dormitory was not exactly comfy when it came to amateur Mages or newcomers. But since the couple adamant about having the young Valkyrie live with them, Mavislin was spared from sleeping in those cramped quarters.

"Is it really alright for me to do this?" murmured Mavislin, as she slowly sat down on the large bed.

"Come on, the bed won't bite you. Just lie on it already," complained Gillian.

Ysabeau thought it was a fun opportunity to launch the poor girl's luggage towards the back of Gillian's head. Be it luck or skill, Gillian was able to catch the weapon without turning.

"And what was that for?" asked Gillian, seemingly irritated.

"Just checking on your reflexes, honey," replied Ysabeau, smiling sweetly.

Gillian sighed and joined the two females on the edge of the bed.

"Listen, Mav. From now on, you'll be part of our little family. Don't be afraid of small matters like these," said Gillian, slowly unpacking the girl's luggage.

The bag's contents were little, a blanket and a rabbit plushie with an eyepatch. He gave the rabbit to Mavislin while Ysabeau wrapped the blanket around Mavislin.

"As time goes by, you'll learn that if you hesitate, you might just end up dying. It's okay to be afraid but do the task nonetheless. Or else, it might be the last thing you ever feel," said Gillian.