Ayen, confused, looked back where Arstem Viktor stood. The one he had only seen on the videos before was standing before him. While they met last time, it was only a glimpse, and the other was sitting.
This time, he finally noticed just how massive the other esper was. While he seemed to be at the same height as Khal, he was more muscular.
Arstem glanced in the direction Lucian ran to and sighed. He nodded at Ayen and met Khal and Devion's gaze.
"You're back," he spoke in a baritone voice.
Devion's smile had faded by this time, or at least he suppressed it. He pointed at his back. "Aren't you chasing him?"
They were acquaintances and saw each other countless times, but they were not exactly close. On the other hand, Khal was closer to Arstem and could be said to be friends.
Arstem looked back. "I should be."
However, he could not just leave when Khal and Devion were in front of him.
Khal did not make it hard for him. He went and held Ayen's hand. "Go chase him."
