Aalejah needed to read but a few lines of the Tree's archives to understand the truth behind Lith's words about the ruthlessness of the world.
"Is that why you are still an apprentice?" The elf said.
"Yes. Ever since I realized that I was an anomaly, I knew that people wouldn't leave me alone out of the goodness of their hearts. I needed to borrow the power of the Kingdom and of an elder of the Council to avoid becoming a puppet. So far so good." Lith replied.
"Enough with the depressing talks. Let's get to work then." Aalejah stood up and uncovered the Yggdrasill staff, having no idea how pointless her precautions were.
A few days later, the expedition ended after every disciple had been tested several times for teamwork, loyalty, and trustworthiness. After their behavior had been established, it was time for Inxialot to trigger the final trial.
