The sun began to hide, coloring the ever-changing sky with a beautiful color. And as expected, the large room of the restaurant - which used to be full of customers - was now sunk in a warm silence.

Only three figures were sitting around a table.

-My son can not be put on the same level as children his age. That idiot Orsted trusted and look how it ended ... Maybe so learn that we are not so easy to intimidate. - A smiling Luslec commented.

-I do not think so, that kind of people are much worse than animals. I'm sure it will come back sooner or later, but it does not matter ... it must be wrong in the head if you think that a handful of people will change things.

-You're right. I may not have the same strength as before, but I am more than confident that I can take care of an inept band. Also, we still have Arlhen, with the talent he has inherited from me. Is it even possible to lose?

- Inherited talent? If you mean how he interrupted Orsted's departure then you're wrong. I will not deny that this audacity comes from you, but the intelligence to plan that trap with so little time is undoubtedly my inheritance ... If I had committed some stupidity, I will not argue in which I definitely inherited it from you, "said Lilia with a mischievous smile , taking advantage of the moment to bother her husband.

-Well, well, what is it about inheritance? Arlhen asked with a gracious tone of voice. I'm not sure what, but I can say that I have something of both. That's enough!

-Oh, since you say it like that, maybe you also have my talent for cultivation. That would be fantastic! Do not you want to try? An enthusiastic expression appeared on Luslec's face.

"Arlhen, do not listen to your father's fool. You know how he gets each time he has the opportunity to talk about fights ... When you were born, we promised ourselves we would get away from that terrible life full of dangers that we had to live. Therefore, your goal should be to become a great scholar and thus be proud.

-Don't be like that, honey. Arlhen is also very skilled at fighting, his learning ability is so surprising that even I feel envious. That is already impressive! What would people think if they knew that the greatest prodigy of Athame is not me but my son?

-We've already talked about this, I do not want him to be involved in problems ... You know very well what that world is like -said Lilia anxiously.

-I know, he will not let Arlhen take that path either. But what I want to say is that perhaps you should increase the level of your defense lessons, it is a real waste to keep limiting it ... Just think about it, learn to fight is very useful, you never know when a mishap can happen. I want our son to be able to defend himself, so no one can intimidate him.

-That ... -Lilia hesitated for a brief moment while her eyes rested on Arlhen. Then he took a deep breath. Okay, I also think that it is necessary that you do not neglect your personal well-being ... But, do not even think about teaching it to cultivate! Our son should have a normal life, can you imagine how terrible it would be if someone discovered his potential?

"Do not worry, anyone who tries to put a hand on Arlhen will first have to pass over me," Luslec said with a stern look. Arlhen, do you remember what your mother and I warned you?

-Of course, get away as far as possible from the growers. Especially get away from the old Enrot.

-Well, do not forget ...

The conversation lengthened until the sunset disappeared and night flooded the world in its mantle.

Once Arlhen returned to his room, he rummaged through his clothes until he found the strange black book. He sank into his thoughts as he inspected the exterior of the object, wondering if the feeling of walking for a long time he had when entering the alley was just a simple error of perception.

If what happened on that street was reality or your imagination, then it was the perfect time to find out ...