Raising his head, his thoughts were cut short as he caught sight of familiar figures.
Amber and the rest could be seen rushing forward, their faces beaming with multiple emotions. It was almost as if they were afraid he would simply leave them behind.
Or maybe he had just underestimated their excitement. They looked just as eager as he was, perhaps even more, to explore the world beyond Tempest.
Having lived in Tempest all their lives, they must have wondered what life was like beyond the city gates. I have assumed everyone had. Beyond the vast stretches of the wastelands, what lies there?
Previously, it had only been a flicker of curiosity, but now that they had the means, it seemed to have only fueled that innate curiosity.
Besides, they each had a few people close enough to say their goodbyes to each other.
Before he had met Amber, she had been a discarded servant, while Lyra had been an orphan. Perhaps that was why they had been so close even as little children.
