Chapter 6: Unconcerned Allies
The atmosphere in the guild headquarters of the Valiant Blades was tense. While the rest of the team was on a mission, Seraphina, leader of Aria church, had sent Adrian to negotiate with the Raven's guild, but he had gone missing without a trace.
While some knew about Adrian's mission, the group as a whole, was informed about the incident upon their return a couple of days later, and now they were busy discussing what they should do next.
"Where could Adrian have disappeared to?" Vincent, their leader and a magic swordsman, growled, his fists clenched in frustration. "That fucker always causes trouble for us!"
"I agree! This is ridiculous! Adrian has been missing for days, and we still don't have any clue about his whereabouts," Amelia, the fiery redhead and the team's archer, paced back and forth. "Lady Seraphina should have known better than to trust him with such a crucial mission."
The group's mage, Sophia, was quick to respond. "He contacted me as he entered the Raven's Guild building. I'm sure they had done something to him!"
"Sophia," Vincent mumbled, scratching the scar on his face. "You already know that they claim. Adrian never arrived-"
"I know they are denying he was ever there, but I'm certain he was!" Sophia yelled, slamming her hands on the table.
The other members of the team exchanged glances. They didn't believe her, as it was clear on their faces. Yet none of them wanted to offend the strongest member of their party. So, Clara, Sophia's best friend and a warrior, interjected.
"Are you sure, Sophia? Maybe you misheard him. Adrian's been known to get things wrong." Clara said, moving her auburn hair out of her face as she got up to hug Sophia.