Chapter 30: Atop The Canyon
The feeling of soaring through the sky was new, something Igaris could've never imagined in his life.
The chilly wind brushed past his cheeks, and the desert stretched endlessly beneath him, painted silver by the pale moonlight.
Every now and then, he spotted signs of life scattered across the wasteland: caves, makeshift huts, and crumbled stone houses of other Outcasts.
"Mommy, look! Such a big bird!"
"Huh, Isn't that..."
"A Magical Beast?"
"Yes, it is. Quick! Get inside, everyone. Don't annoy the lord summoner!"
They stared in awe at the Griffin flying overhead, then quickly rushed to hide in their shelters.
Igaris remained unmoved, indifferent to the people below, and flew for twenty minutes straight.
Evernight followed him from behind, flapping her radiant white wings. Their feathers shimmered under the moonlight, a calm expression resting on her face.
Igaris cast his gaze downward.