Chapter 30 - Ranks Beyond Reach
Atlas had plans to visit the Awakener Association Center, a central hub for information, dungeons, marketplace listings, auctions, and available mercenary awakeners. Conveniently, it was right next to the Guild Center.
He also intended to hold one-on-one talks with his subordinates, beginning with Karian. That’s why, this time, he invited him to join.
Just as they were about to leave, a voice called his name. Lyrassa approached.
"My Lord... may I join you both?" she asked politely.
"Of course. Walk with us," Atlas replied. "But you can walk faster, can’t you?"
She looked surprised. "Uhm... yes, My Lord. I can."
Atlas stepped out, with Karian walking at his left side. Lyrassa slipped in on his right. And to his surprise, she kept up with a remarkable pace.
But something felt... off.
He slowed, prompting both Karian and Lyrassa to halt. Lyrassa tilted her head at him, a puzzled look on her face.
Atlas glanced down, and there it was. She wasn’t walking at all.
She was hovering just a few inches above the ground. The slight lift made her look a little taller, but definitely more noticeable.