"Welcome back, Mage." The elf steadied himself by the ship's railing and said, "Where have you been all this time? We were very worried about your safety. And the lady who was traveling with you?"
Lynch jumped ashore without saying a word, answering his question with a smile. Then the mage quickly walked towards the palace at the top of the Holy Mountain, his steps both light and hurried.
"Something big must be happening." The elf moored the boat and said, watching the mage's back.
Just as he reached the highest platform, a figure leaped from the branches outside the palace gates. Little Soka hugged Lynch's arm and said while shaking it, "Brother Lynch, you're finally back. A lot of people have been looking for you!"
The mage patted the little angel's head and said softly, "Little one, who all came looking for me?"
