As Lassim and Hallen left the stadium and headed back to their hotel, a certain man, dressed elegantly like any high-rolling wealthy individual, paid his respects to his companions in his VIP seating section before excusing himself as he stepped away from the crowd and into one of the nearby hallways.
After finding a quiet corner, he tapped the fancy gem on the earring that dangled from his left ear; twice in quick succession.
The gem lit up briefly before he whispered a few words, barely audible from the raucous of the arena, "Sire, I just witnessed something that I think the Masters will be interested in."
Waiting a few moments and listening to the other side, he then replied, "Very well."
Pressing and holding the gem for three seconds, he then casually walked away and left the arena.
Weird time for the chapter again, I know. I spent most of today thinking about how I want to do the Aetheria kingdom's culture. It's taking a bit of my time but I'm working on brainstorming.
What's lame is my brain is more set on the thing that happens following the thing set in motion with this chapter. That'll be more intense and that's where all of my ideas are at right now.
Don't worry though, at least 1 chapter a day is what I strive for. Sometimes I'll release a bonus when I can, but expect the next mini-mass release on the 1st! Please look forward to it. Thank you for your votes as always!