Night fell, and news of Orion's return to Blackstone City spread. In keeping with tradition, a grand bonfire celebration was held.
Orion appeared before the crowd and introduced his 'youngling plan,' which received the support of many of his kin.
Amidst the crowd, a voice, tender and youthful, rose.
"Mother, I'm Lord's disciple! I must go to Stoneheart City! I will make my mentor proud and bring glory to the Giant Tribe!"
Rolan, no longer lacking in meat and occasionally consuming Dark Source Crystals, had grown significantly taller. His strength had reached the peak of the elite level, just one step away from reaching hero level.
"Go ahead, my child, your mother agrees!" his mother replied.
"But once you're there, you must always heed Lord's words, listen to the counsel of our people, and never neglect your studies."
