Troubled Apprentice (Part 2)

"Then I'll make sure once we find him, your father realizes the vital role you played in his survival, Lord Neth." Strider nodded. "If he has been lured into a trap, it will be thanks to you if he comes back alive."

The Wyvern rubbed his chin, pondering the implications of those words and the advantage that overlooking Jaya's slight might give him in the upcoming battle for succession.

"Don't thank me. Thank my sister." He said with a warm smile that didn't extend to his eyes or voice.

"I'm not Lith, but if you ever need a new teacher, this is my contact rune." Solus felt guilty for Jaya's predicament and was afraid that the moment they left, Tanat would make her pay for her fangirl behavior.

"Thank you, Lady Verhen." Jaya took out her communication amulet to exchange runes.

Now she could call for help and if something happened to her, Solus would know.