With the prompting of her father, Theo dutifully explained how the tensions between Ariadne and the Empire had been lessened during her stay. She left out most things relating to Vahn, but, having already discussed it with both Eva and Arika, she made sure to mention her kinship with the latter. It would greatly strengthen her position if she had …

Two days after their arrival, Vahn’s party departed Zephyria in relatively high spirits. The infamous City of Freedom wasn’t lacking in charms, but, if they stayed there too long, Vahn knew he wouldn’t be able to avoid causing a scene. He had decided to give Katarina a bit of face by informing her of the issues, but, as was often …

After lying on the ground for the better part of a minute, the green-haired man promptly performed a kip-up, leaping from his back to his feet in a single deft motion. Then, no longer appearing drunk, he made his way over to where Vahn and co were seated, a lazy smile on his face as he asked, “So? Out with …

Early the next morning, when everyone had gathered together to eat breakfast, Vahn explained everything he had noticed the prior evening. This had become a rather common occurrence, and, though it was initially surprising to know just how much he was capable of sensing, being able to see a projection of his memory made explanations a lot easier. Not surprisingly, …

Though Vahn might not pay as much attention as he should to the things happening within his domain, that didn’t reduce its efficacy in the slightest. He often spent the evening hours, when he was supposed to be sleeping, perusing through the information he had accumulated throughout the day. This was how he typically uncovered incidents and investigated persons of …

As he kept a version of himself back at the Custos Rosea, it didn’t take long for Medusa to inform Vahn of what had transpired. At the same time, back at the banquet that had been prepared to entertain them, his genial smiled turned into a disappointed frown as he shook his head and said, “It seems the public order …

While arrangements were being made to meet with the Braven Enlil, Vahn and Eva continued to shadow Asuna from within the void. As could be expected from someone with such a powerful fate, Asuna was a magnet for trouble, but, after four years of training, there weren’t a lot of people who could hope to harm her. After all, she …

Contrasting any expectations she might have had about the peculiar reddish-brown liquids, it had a rich, smooth, and powerful flavor. It created an illusion similar to drinking liquid flame, but, instead of burning her throat, it brought an extraordinary feeling of satisfaction as the heat spread through her stomach before warming the rest of her body. She couldn’t prevent a …

While waiting for the Admiral alongside Arika and Fenrir, Vahn, accompanied by Eva and Asuna, decided to explore Zephyria. It was particularly popular as a tourist destination, thanks in large part to the Sky Pirates that patrolled its periphery, but, as could be expected from the infamous City of Freedom, there were a number of activities to alleviate one’s boredom. …

As a nation without any official Administration of governance, order within Zephyria was largely maintained by the various Merchants Groups, Mercenary Troupes, and, most notably, the Skyfarers Association. The latter was not only responsible for the various different types of races that were so popular within the country, but, as their name implied, they managed everything from distribution to the …