Scheme [2]

August pretty much knew what he was looking for. All he needed to do was confirm.

'Unfortunately, I'm still weak.'

He couldn't do it on his own. He was talented, sure, but he was not yet powerful.

He and those around him could not stand against those who could actually move the world.

'If Dad were to fight against any of them, they'd all lose faith in their talent.'

That was the disparity between them and the true experts.

'Speaking of Dad…'

August's eyes brightened.

'...he can definitely help with this.'

His father could do anything. They'd been apart for only a week and a few days, but August had already experienced so much.

He saw Damien in the crowd when the battle ended. Knowing him, he was probably waiting for August to find him.

'But he won't just be part of the crowd.'

August changed his mind.

"I have to go," he said to the two girls nearby.

"Where to?" Valerie responded.