Chapter 59: The Tide Of Confidence
In the female dorm, Lyra sat on her bunk with her journal open as she refined her shadow cloak rune, its layers were now adaptable for group stealth.
Her roommates shared stories of their beasts. Lyra’s mission was to push her bond with Salaris beyond expectations and her ambition was a quiet pulse mirroring Kelvin and Darius’s drive. Though, they are separated by dorms but their purpose was united, a shared quest for growth through influence.
The next morning, Kelvin woke up with a renewed energy, his bond with Xerion was a fiery anchor. Kelvin and Darius meet with Lyra in the corridor and Kelvin shared his plan to formalize the Paragon Crew, with regular sessions and a roster of tamers.
Lyra nodded and answered. "I am in. Salaris and I can mentor shadow bonds and there is a second-year with a Voidstalker who needs help." Darius grinned and his enthusiasm was infectious. "Rhoam and I will rally the brawlers. Let’s make the Sanctum feel us."
Their third session took place in the Obsidian Yard, the group expanded to include a second-year tamer, Soren, with a Level 5 Voidstalker.
Kelvin guided them through adaptive Convergences, his patience drew out their confidence. Lia’s hare glowed brighter, Tor’s fox sparked bolder, and Riven’s sparrow wove a defensive veil with a spark, earning cheers.
Lyra helped Soren sync with his Voidstalker’s shadow instincts, while Darius pushed Kael and Mira to refine their strikes. The session ended with progress and laughter, the Paragon Crew a growing flame.
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Master Sylva’s intuition seminar followed their drill, where Kelvin’s anticipation with Xerion earned high marks, Sylva’s approval was a spark for his confidence.
"Your mentorship is deepening your bond, Kelvin," she said, with a warm gaze. Lyra’s intuition was flawless and her grades increased while Darius improved with his bond consistently. Sylva’s interest in the Paragon Crew grew and her encouragement was a boost.
After the Sylva’s class they went for Master Veyne’s soulstream seminar. Veyne lectured on emotional resonance, urging tamers to channel their confidence into their bonds, a skill that amplified Convergences under pressure.