[color=8882be]“Excellent!”[/color] Joshua exclaimed as he set forth leading the trio. [color=8882be]“We should reach that sawmill in no time. Maybe even too soon. Don’t push yourself Imgor, lost limbs tend to have a bad way with a trainers reputation, yes? Good.”[/color] Joshua finished with a laugh.

The forest got denser as the four took a turn off the main road and into the woods. A light mist engulfed them as they inched deeper into the woodland. 

[color=8882be]“I’m sure it was somewhere around here.”[/color] Joshua rubbed his chin.

[color=8882be]"Ah! There!"[/color]

And sure enough, moments later a sawmill revealed itself through the trees and faint fog. As expected, a clearly still young Wyvern had made it it’s home, resting underneath the shabby wooden structure. It looked rather peaceful. Looks, however can be deceiving. The place itself had an eerie feel to it. As if . . . they were being watched.

[color=8882be]"Try to make it quick though. We are running late.[/color] Joshua said with confidence that his students were up to the task before hopping off his horse.
[color=8882be]“Well then. What are you waiting for?”[/color] He urged them with a grin.

Sapphire, on the other hand, had a bit more trouble dismounting. And as soon as she did she grasped her abdomen, clenching her teeth, which did not escape Joshua. 

[color=8882be]“Everything alright, Sapphire? Not having second thoughts or anything, are we?”[/color] He asked, raising an eyebrow.

[color=7ea7d8]“No, everything’s fine.”[/color] She responded.

Joshua merely nodded, but he didn't look convinced.

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On the outskirts of Kiruth a black haired fancily clothed individual was riding his horse, which happened to be his familiar too, into the moon-lit town. The bond between man and horse is a strong one. However, that bond pales in comparison to the connection between familiar and master, their thoughts eternally intertwined. 

The young man held a letter in his hands and it was likely the third or so time he was reading it. It seemed fitting though, as he was so close to his destination. 
Castle Bloodleaves.

“Dear Jonathan,

I’m sorry to hear about the disappearance of your previous trainer and the disbanding of your group as a result.
However I’m happy to say a spot has just been freed up after the departure of one of my students. Therefore I’d be happy to take you under my wing. I’m sure you’ll get along well with the rest of my pupils.

That being said, I’d like you to meet us at Castle Bloodleaves in two days.
I look forward to meeting you.
Take care, 

Joshua”

It was the response he got after requesting to continue his training under him.

A glance at the town’s roads distinctly visible from the hilltop revealed a crowd gathering somewhere near the center of Kiruth. At this time in the night, the only reason possible was that something had transpired there. A scuffle between bandits maybe? It was probably worth a look as Jonathan was early anyways.