As Kaelion walked toward the dining room, his mind was still buzzing with questions.
How did Sylena know magic?
Kaelion: "Hey Sylena, how exactly do you know magic?"
Sylena: "Well... a witch taught me." she said casually.
Kaelion: "A witch?!"
Sylena: "Yep, you heard me. Anyway—here's the dining room."
Kaelion followed her inside and spotted someone he hadn't seen before—a young maid.
Kaelion: "Hey, who's this cute maid?" he said with a grin.
The maid glared at him.
Maid: "Call me cute again and I'll use your legs for arms."
Kaelion blinked.
Sylena: "Zephyra isn't exactly... the friendliest." she said with a small laugh.
Kaelion decided to let it slide and sat down.
He took a bite of the food and his eyes lit up.
Kaelion: "Whoa, this food's amazing!"
Sylena: "Thanks. Zephyra made it."
Kaelion: "Guess Zephyra's good at cooking, huh?"
Zephyra: "I think it's time for him to leave." she said bluntly, crossing her arms.
Kaelion: "Huh?"
Sylena: "Sorry... but you do have to go."
Kaelion: "Oh, no problem." he said, trying not to sound disappointed.
Outside the mansion, Sylena handed Kaelion a heavy bag packed with supplies.
Everything he'd need to survive.