The young shield hero could do little else than nod at being reminded that even though they faced political and social pressures and dangers, the main reason for their existence and summoning to this world still lay in the near future.  

The small band had fought low level monsters and bandits but the wearer of the shield knew that facing off against waves classified as calamities would be a completely different situation.  Cole was right in that in the short time they were afforded they needed to get more training.  Fer hoped that their feathered companion had managed to dig up some helpful information. 

He followed his sword bearing companion as they made their way back through the city.  Some people called out to them, some avoided them.  Mainly, the city went about their business either blissfully ignorant or naively confident that the heroes would protect them.  

Fer pursed his lips at this second theory.  How could the four of them defend a whole world?  Hell, it was not even four of them.  It was more like four groups of distant and not organized heroes.  If the other were having as  hard a time grasping the basics of their weapons as Fer then the faith that people placed on their skills was not going to produce the return people expected. 


His mood darkened.  Thankfully, the view of the cathedral came into view.  Fer marveled at the sheer size and elaborate decorations.  He had only heard of the cathedrals in Europe and the modest church in his hometown back on earth was a drop in a lake compared to the one before him.  The young hero could not help but whistle his admiration. 


Fer’s smile only grew wider as he saw the approach of their winged companion.  He raised his hand in welcome as Cole quickly went to the point. [color=0054a6] “Boss says that its time to make the bad lady pay.  No rest for the weary I guess.”[/color]

He chuckled and pushed Cole slightly with his elbow in a playful manner.  [color=0054a6]“Lets stock up with what ever you need to keep us alive Auriel.  I can carry whatever you come up with.  I sure hope that you found some good information.  My brother would have loved to help you in there I am sure.”[/color]  He was surprised at the wave of sadness and melancholy that suddenly assailed him.