Departure
"It's in their best interests to take any talented individuals, they could strengthen their own forces and weaken Vorian in a single stroke. Their methods are not bad, most of what they offered you is probably true."
Aldrich couldn't help but admire this way of doing things. Using soft but effective strategy is harder than using brute force.
"The temptation is strong, it has driven many people out of Vorian. This happens to every field, not just Crestmasters, physicians, entertainers, artists and even laborers."
"So, is this the part where you tell me to be loyal to Vorian and stay?" Aldrich asked, amused.
He did not feel that the people who left were in the wrong completely. Ultimately they sought a better life and he couldn't blame them for that.
However it did leave a bitter taste in his mouth. Because he knew he would be one of those people.