Role

Chapter 8

Life continued on as it had been, for the most part. Aurew spent much of her
time alone with the exception of paid companionship (mercenary, of course).
This did not trouble Aurew; she had a desire to be alone yet as she stumbled
through the days to find her place.

In time, she returned to the Cathedral to converse with the Doll (as yet
unnamed), and was given a task - to bring loss to a friend and foe. All well
and good for someone who had friends! It became quite clear at that point;
Aurew would need to be more social. She tried speaking with a handful of
individuals, both known enemies and presumptive allies, with very little
success. The one individual who did pique her interest was possibly both
(or maybe neither): Galgeron, the Commander of Battle.

The conversation was brief but insightful; he had seen magic turn mortals
into degenerates, and he hinted at some personal connection or experience.
To him, magic was the true evil in the world and he couldn't guarantee that
Aurew would be safe from his hand should they encounter each other in the
heat of battle.

This started the gears turning in Aurew's brain. Was Galgeron deceiving
himself? Magic was a tool that could be utilized for good or evil, just as a
dagger or sword. Could loss teach him a different path? Aurew had an idea
that might further his education, but it was extreme. Possibly too extreme.
Time would tell.