643 DCXLIII. The Exchange

"You're outraging the family of Skjold's strongest warrior, silly Frostsinner. When I heard the girl's screams, I came to check and... here you are, I found you," Egill wisely replied, countering the Xis' accusation.

"Outrage?! Who do you think you are? This young boy's life must be sacrificed to restore the cosmic balance. Once finished, I will take care of you too", the Overseer replied, holding back the anger manifested by his body in the form of a dark aura.

"Master Egill! Be careful! His powers go beyond our imagination! He's not like the other Frostsinners!" Karl exclaimed, standing next to Gridd.

Egill, without answering, put the tip of his staff on the ground and left his grip. The wizard's magic staff remained stationary vertically, against the force of gravity, under the confused gaze of the Overseer, who knew that the old Egill would have no hope against his powers.