The Arcadia Chronicles III: Wood Elf Quest

A Night Before Departure

Kiyan's POV

Elsa and I went down from the vehicle when we're just outside the gate, it's already afternoon we arrived here in the Clan Thanks, Miss Sylvia, you saved our time with your help.

She winked at me No problem, I did a lot of sightseeing so, in some way, you helped me too. I'll see you two tomorrow! She revved the motorcycle and headed for her portable house.

I asked Elsa as we enter the gate Did you enjoy the trip?

Yup, it was fun! Especially when riding that black metal with wheels. She added And I also learned a lot from you.

I blinked at those words What did you learn?

She seems hesitant to reply but said anyway I learned that you have a lot of hardships on your life - you lost your family plus the burden of guilt for the death of Ameli and the others. You managed to endure those times, you really are a strong person.

I said to her Honestly, it wasn't easy for me to endure those times, but even though my blood family is dead, I still have you, Miss Lili, Sir Alexander, Janus, and the others - even though we're not related, you guys feel like family too.

She smiled I see, that's good to hear.

We went quiet for a moment then she asked Do you think Miss Athena will join? I put my hands behind my head Who knows? She might or she might not.

Flashback...

I said as politely as possible And you're one of them, Miss Athena, I'm asking you to join me.

Miss Athena went silent for a while, she crossed her arms then rested her chin on a hand It's quite interesting but let me think about it for a while - I have still a responsibility here for I'm an acting Chief here in the Clan.