CHAPTER 2.4.6

"And what is the purpose of the blade?"

"It's for, yeah, I read about it in my father's library a long time ago, it's used for the rite when when...no!"

Daito's eyes abruptly opened as he realized what the intention of the visit could be. He made a hasty descent down the trunk, losing his balance and slipping off several times. Drom pursued him blindly.

"Hey! Dai, what is it tell me!"

"Come on Drom! We have to hurry before it's too late."

They dashed into the king's quarters, cutting across the courtyard like a pack of chasing mice. When the two guards at the front gate saw them, one of them screamed.

"He's right there! Before the ritual starts, we must restrain him."

Come on, Dai, it isn't that far!"

"You're only saying that because you've already reached the top."

Dai struggled to reach the top of the tree. As he clung to the hard bark, it continued to grit his delicate hands as he fought to ascend it. He gradually made it to the brink, where they perched on a branch protrud