869 Two’s Company, Three’s Crowd (Part 1)

"Don't worry about that. Do you mind telling me what's going on here?" Lith had no intention of explaining anything. At least until he learned how much the other Ranger knew.

There was a reason why he had pushed Acala through the Warp Steps and avoided submitting his report. For his story to be believable, it had to match with Acala's.

"Sure." Acala nodded, emptying his cup and immediately asking for a refill. "As you probably know, I was tasked with dealing with the bandits while you took care of the important stuff. I'm just an emergency replacement, after all."

His voice contained a tinge of resentment and was coated with more envy than sugar on a candy bar. A Ranger was considered at their peak condition at 25 years, when they had gained enough experience and their body was still in its prime.