His ruby tinged wings glisten in the bright sun, casting a blood-red glow on our surroundings. It’s an ominous look, something more suited for Azza’s realm. Not Celestium.I walk up the familiar path. A cool breeze flirts with my skin as I reach the crest.“Why am I here, Mediator? I’m not a dog for you to summon whenever you distrust me.” Caim is stoic in both appearance and expression. Even his wings are hard against the wind.“If I summoned you every time I distrusted you, Caim, you’d never leave.” Caim places a hand on his sword and I reach for mine.Stop, Cass says in my thoughts as she materializes next to me. Relax. I’ve got this.I clench my jaw and nod slightly. My frustration doesn’t dissipate with her presence, nor my apprehension.“Caim, we are only here to check on things. On Nesy. She was our friend for a long time.”“And you must understand she is not Celestium’s anymore.”Cass’s hand tightens around my arm before I can respond.“And you must understand that our orders are clear.
