The Party (2)

Nodding at each of them, Erik mentally etched their names into his memory. His fellow travelers: Marcus, Alexia, Ava, and Garrett. Now they were strangers, but as the journey was going to unfold, they would become his allies.

"Amos did mention you'd be our guide to this Lumisgrove," Alexia began, her tone careful yet laced with curiosity. "But I can't help noticing your youth. You must be rather competent for Amos to entrust such a task to you," she stated, her piercing green eyes scrutinizing Erik thoughtfully.

Erik replied with a faint smile on his lips, "I understand your concerns, Alexia. Indeed, I might be young, but I assure you my strength is enough for the journey ahead, and I've done my homework about the Lumisgrove."