256 Third Day

The sun had risen from the eastern horizon when Emery arrived at the entrance to Lord Izta's palace. All of his friends had gathered near the entrance, their glares intense enough to drill a hole into Emery's skull. Lord Izta and Magus Xion were also there among them. 

"What the hell, Emery? Just where did you go?" Julian started to question him. Though his actions were fueled with rage, Emery could tell they all gathered here out of worry for his well-being, especially Klea.

"All of a sudden you went missing and all of us were worried." Klea added.

With all the scolding by his friends, deep in his heart, he felt the warmth of a familial bond. The people in this room were all part of his found family.