That evening, Leon went to Rosvisser’s study.

She wasn’t working late as she usually did. Instead, she was writing a letter to her sister, Isha, informing her that their grandmother had returned and would be staying with them for a few days before visiting her. Rosvisser was advising her sister to prepare in advance.

Leon stood with his arms crossed, leaning against the doorframe, watching Rosvisser as she focused on writing. Slowly, he spoke.

“The old Dragon King mentioned she had an expedition in the far north. What was that about? What exactly are they investigating up there?”

Without looking …