All the Fingers followed Aldrian to an area near the mansion that had a small forest. This forest surrounded the mansion, acting as a barrier between it and the rest of the city's residential areas. Because of this, the mansion remained secluded despite being located within the city.
They stood at the forest's edge, wondering why Aldrian had brought them there. As they watched, he turned to face them.
"I've heard of the reputation of the Nine Fingers of the Thunderous Shadow Pavilion and couldn't help but want to experience it firsthand. The forest before you will serve as the site for that."
Then, he continued, "You will try to kill me inside the forest. Use everything you have—don't hold back."
Aldrian turned his gaze toward Arson Vuran. "That includes you."
Hearing Aldrian's words, all of them were astonished. Even Arson looked at him with a strange expression. What is it this time? Why would his master do something like this?
