Gaius and the Remingtons were discussing when Adrian might depart and brainstorming methods to encourage his departure when someone abruptly barged in, claiming they had urgent news.

"What's your business here?" Gaius, engrossed in thoughts of future prosperity with the Celestrians, was visibly annoyed by the interruption.

"Sir, that young man has reappeared. This time, he presented us with a token."

"A token? What kind of token?" Gaius was intrigued, as were Kevin and Thobias, who exchanged