Everyone quickly tensed up at Penny's mention of the 'transition', though it was Roy who quickly asked in a respectful tone, "If I may, Praetor… What does this 'transition' entail?"

Penny calmly replied, "Everyone's reaction makes it clear that you've all heard the rumors. You are a cavalry guard, and that means you're not kept in the dark like the dead shoulders… Are you really sure that your superiors never told you anything? Why ask me?"

Roy promptly bowed his head frantically. "I won't pre