Hooked

"You can come out now, uninvited one!"

Kieran leaned back on the rocks inside the spring fountain. He didn't have the intention to move or adjust his posture as he spoke slowly.

The slightly familiar way of hiding presence was enough for Kieran to know where the guest came from.

The Elder Council!

After maintaining contact with Jorffany the observer for over a month, the higher ranking inviter finally appeared and in a very direct way as well.

Though, the daring way of infiltrating the enemy's territory really fit the style of the Elder Council.

"Uninvited guest? You should have been notified beforehand!"

The blurry figure slowly emerged as the cold voice uttered.

The enshrouding steam was rumbling aside as though the steam were two rows of attendants welcoming the figure's entrance.