Memories

Leus and Blaze returned home at around dusk

As soon as Viorica saw them she got up to greet them and hugged Leus

"You took so long!"

"Sorry Mom, We were busy"

"I'll prepare something for you to eat, You two must be very hungry"

Viorica hugged Blaze as well then went to the kitchen

Leus watched her back with a smile

'Her hugs are so refreshing'

He always enjoyed his mother's hugs, they were so warm.

Amethyst and Merlin were eager to hear about everything that happened from Blaze and Leus, So Leus spoke with them for a while but he quickly wrapped it up

'I'm desperate for a shower, and I need to change'

'I can still smell the blood on my clothes'

So he went to take a shower, and so did Blaze

By the time the two were done, Food was ready and all the family sat together at the table

Viorica asked them excitedly

"So how was it?"

Leus replied

"It was good, I met some people at the guild and also discovered something interesting about my affinity"

"Really! That's so nice"

Blaze added

"Yes, We also took two missions from the guild and Leus was able to do them."

Viorica felt happy hearing that, Amethyst and Merlin were desperate for details so Leus decided to say a very "Refined version" of the events

'I don't think I should tell them about how I disfigured the Rhino's face trying to extract its horn, Or how I turned two wolves into ashes, Right?'

Amethyst said excitedly

"You're so strong, Brother!!!!!"

Merlin asked Blaze with puppy eyes

"Dad, I also want to be as strong as Leus!"

"Sure, We'll start your sword training soon too, But I need some time.

Until then, Focus on learning how to read and write, like Amethyst and Leus, Okay?"

Merlin nodded and said in a determined voice

"I'll study harder"

Viorica looked at Leus and asked

"Now what?"

Everyone followed suit and looked at Leus

"I'll go to the Library, I want to start my apprenticeship"

Viorica looked at Blaze and he nodded in confirmation

"I'm really happy that you're ready. But I'll miss you A LOT"

"Why? I won't be far and I'll come back every day"

Blaze shook his head

"No, That's not how it works.

Arno might send you for missions or ask you to stay in the library until you achieve a specific goal, It might take days or even weeks"

"Really? But I didn't know about that"

Viorica added

"It's possible that it won't happen, You'll find out when you go,

But you must be ready for all situations. Are you prepared for these things?"

Leus said with determination

"Yes"

'It'll be useful if I become a bit more powerful, Train now and be relieved for life, There are also so many things that I MUST learn.'

When Viorica heard that she went and brought a small pouch from the bedroom and gave it to Leus

"Keep this on your belt, You'll need it"

Leus took the pouch and opened it

'Silver coins and the house keys .. How many coins are these?'

Blaze said

"You'll be able to eat at a restaurant or in the Guild for a bronze coin or so, You'll also be able to rent rooms in the Guild for cheap prices.

This amount should be more than enough for you for a couple of weeks or so.

if you need more just ask for it, I'll give you the two silver coins of the missions the next time we meet."

Leus replied with a genuine smile

"Thank you so much"

'They're always so considerate of me'

They continued their conversation for a while, and it took on a somewhat dramatic tone by Amethyst and Viorica as if Leus were leaving for some distant lands.

But overall, the discussion ended well. They decided that Leus would leave for the Library in the morning, and after that, everyone went to sleep.

After Leus went to his bed, He lay down and thought about the future

'Finally, I'll get access to more spells, There's so much that I want to know'

Leus tried to create a list of the most important things he wanted to learn first

'I want a way to be able to evaluate my opponents properly'

'I want Light and Darkness spells'

'I want to learn more about my affinity'

After thinking about that for a while, He started thinking about all the events leading up to this point

'It really took me long to reach here huh ... Four years'

Leus quickly navigated through the memories of the past 4 years

'My meeting with Sal'

'Opening my eyes to see Remedy'

'Trying hard to heal Mom'

'Reading the Archivist's Atlas'

'Learning spells from Arno's book'

A wry smile appeared on his face

' ... Making the Crimson Guards come because of a Fireball'

'Training with Dad'

'Going to the slums'

Leus took a deep breath

'Anything before this life doesn't really matter to me, I only care about this life.

And here, I don't regret most of my choices ...'

'I think I'm doing well' 

'I'm working hard to reach my goals and aiming for a good life where I can make my loved ones happy.'

'I'm not eager for power, I just want to have enough power to avoid being taken advantage of and to be able to provide a comfortable life'

'This is my goal'

'I've seen the struggles in the Slums, and I don't want my family to go through that. It might sound selfish, but I can't save everyone, so I focus on those who matter most—my family.'

'Tomorrow, A new chapter in my life begins'

'My apprenticeship'

'I hope it helps me to achieve my goal'

After thinking about everything, Leus finally slept.

The next morning, He took his sword, The book Arno's given him, and his pouch, Then he said goodbye to his family.

And for the first time in his new life, Leus ventured outside on his own, Heading towards The Crimson Library.