Enya sighed, "You must have run into Koa on your way here."
"Answer the question," he growled, his red eyes flashing with annoyance.
"Arwin and Morana, but... they're dead," she said.
"Dead? Who killed them?" she could hear the anger in his voice as he approached her.
"I did, Killian." They both looked at their master in surprise.
"You killed them!?" Killian walked back to the bedside. "Teacher, you knew I wanted to get back at them!"
Master sighed, "I had no choice. They would tell the guild my identity and whereabouts if I let them go.
I couldn't have my family and friends in danger."
Killian removed his hood, revealing his silver hair.
Enya tried not to stare, but the rumors were true: the student of the Shadows leader was very handsome.
According to rumors, he effortlessly passed all the tests of the guild, including the seduction classes, which were known to have a very rigorous instructor. He completed the class in just a month, becoming the first person other than his master to finish it that quickly.
"Enya step outside." Her Master's voice interrupted her thoughts. She left the room feeling a bit disappointed.
"I thought you were sleeping," Killian muttered.
Neri rolled her eyes, "With all the noise you were making? You really expected me to stay asleep?"
Killian avoided her gaze. She could tell he was upset, "Killian, you will no longer be my informant-"
Panic flashed through Killian's eyes, "What are you saying?"
She sat up and looked him in the eyes, "You will now be working missions. You will be taking my place."
Killian's eyes brightened, "Thank you, Master Nyssa!"
She waved him off, "No need to thank me. Remember that since you will be taking my place, you will receive the most dangerous of missions. You will not only be in the shadows, you will be a weapon."
"Yes, Master Nyssa. I won't disappoint you."
She nodded, "We will talk more tomorrow. Go introduce yourself and get adjusted. We don't know how long the Ikars will employ us." Killian bowed and left.
A knock sounded at Lucien's door, "Enter."
"You must be Lord Lucien Ikar." an unfamiliar voice came from behind him.
He spun around and saw someone a bit taller than him standing in the center of the room.
He took a step back and grabbed a dagger from his desk drawer, "Who are you? How did you get past security?"
"The shadows." the boy's voice held no interest,
"Weren't you supposed to arrive tomorrow?"
"You needed me. I'm here. That's all that matters." the boy said curtly.
"I suppose so..." Lucien muttered. He watched as the boy removed his cloak, he wore a black outfit revealing his muscular build, and he wore a hood and mask.
"How long will you be staying here?" the boy asked as he began to check the windows.
"We'll be staying here for the summer," Lucien replied, the boy's head turned towards him.
It was the first reaction he had seen so far, "What's wrong? don't want to stay here?"
The boy looked away, "My job is to protect you. Wherever you are, I am."
"Well, I have to go visit Neri, make yourself comfortable."
He walked out of the room and the boy followed.
Lucien sent him a quizzical look, "It's just around the corner, I don't need your assistance."
The boy shrugged, "Wherever you are, I am." Lucien groaned, this guy was going to be a pain.
"Oh right, what should I address you?" Lucien asked.
"Kian."
"Alright Kian, you can call me Lucien or Cien."
"Yes, Lord Ikar."
Lucien sighed, "Alright then, let's go see Neri."
Killian followed Lucien to his Master's room. Lucien gently knocked on the door, "You may enter."
Lucien opened the door, "I have a guest with me." His master looked at him and then looked to Lucien.
"Who is this?"
Lucien was about to speak but he interrupted him.
He went to kneel in front of her, "I am Kian, Lord Lucien's guest. It's an honor to meet you..."
"Nerissa. I am Lady Nerissa Rue."
"It's a pleasure meeting you Lady Nerissa."
He felt very happy to be able to say his Master's name.
Suddenly it struck him, he knew how he could make them seem acquainted.
He pulled his mask down, kissed her gently on the hand, and looked up. Their eyes connected.
He could feel the death stare Lucien was sending him.
He smirked in satisfaction, he annoyed the brat who dared to stick to his master.
He pulled his mask back up.
"I must say, this guest of yours is amusing," Nyssa said as she looked at him in amusement.
"My parents sent him to watch me, he's from a very powerful, well-respected guild," Lucien grumbled
Nyssa's eyes widened, "It wouldn't happen to be Shadow's guild, would it?"
Lucien nodded, "You know them?"
She nodded, "Yes! I used to deliver letters to nearby places for them."
Killian gasped and held both her hands, "By any chance... are you, Rissa?"
She looked at him in shock and disbelief, "No way... are you brother Kian?"
He stood up and lowered his mask. Lucien, who was standing behind him couldn't see his face.
Nyssa squealed and ran to hug him. "Kian! I thought we would never see each other again."
He chuckled, "It must be fate." his Master was indeed the best actor.
It was no wonder she passed the class with ease.
Lucien watched as Neri ran into Kian's arms.
After a short moment, he decided to step in, "So you know our Neri?
Haha, what a coincidence. It's a small world indeed,"
He turned to Neri, "You are still injured, you shouldn't get up so suddenly."
He escorted her back to her bed. "We'll get going now, rest well. Goodnight Neri."
He turned to leave as Kian walked past him, he hugged Neri. "Goodnight Rissa, see you tomorrow morning."
Lucien turned, "Neri, Alen and I will be in the tearoom for breakfast. You're invited to come."
Neri smiled and nodded.
He left the room, Kian and he walked in silence to his room.
"So how did you meet Neri?" He asked but was left in silence for a minute.
Then Kian responded, "Rissa needed to make money and the guild was looking for a child to send letters."
Lucien entered his room, "What kind of letters?"
"That's none of your concern," Kian replied as he sat on the windowsill.
Lucien clenched his fists, "You all put her in danger, didn't you? She was just a child."
Lucien glared at Kian, moonlight outlined his silhouette. Kian gazed at the moon through the window. Its light illuminated his eyes, which glowed a deep red.
Kian stayed silent for several minutes,
His eyes shifted from the moon to Lucien. "Not everyone is as fortunate as you, Lucien,"
His gaze felt as if he were looking straight through him, "I- I am sorry. I didn't mean to offend you."
Kian lowered his hood as he realized the moon was illuminating his eyes. "Enough talking, get some sleep."
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