"Sure, and thank you. I'm truly grateful," Nathaniel said as though Adrian had rescued him from a dire situation. Overflowing with gratitude, he appeared almost relieved.

"Don't thank me. It's my duty," Adrian replied in a righteous tone.

"I'll pick you up from your shop tomorrow morning then?" Nathaniel confirmed.

"Sure," Adrian agreed.

With the matter settled, Adrian returned to his shop. In the evening, he gathered Ash, General Hydro, General Pyro, Daybreak, and Stygian. The little studio