New Job (Part 2)

"Yes." Raaz scratched his head in embarrassment while Trion almost snarled his answer.

Raaz hated having played such a minor role in Lith's upbringing whereas Trion hated the comparison. Not even death could completely extinguish the fires of sibling rivalry.

"Your brother is a special case, young man." Elina scolded him. "You gave us your fair share of trouble."

"But not as much as Tista." Aran grumbled.

"Hey, I was ill!"

"And how is that my fault?" He replied with the stubbornness of a child. "Our brother solved your problem so my point stands."

"You are so cool, Uncle Lith. When I grow up, I want to be like you." Falco said. He had blonde hair streaked black like Rena, but for some reason, Lith thought of Balkor every time he looked at the boy.

"Me too!" Lenart had black hair with silver streaks all over.