Southwest of Withered Tree Fortress, amidst the boundless sea of sand, two members of the Ancient Academy were making their way toward the fortress.
Leading the way was a level-five Light-attributed Beast Master, Lucius.
Following behind him was a level-four Light-attributed Beast Master, Clarus.
Both of them wore anxious expressions.
Earlier, they had both sensed the power of the Gem of Light, which made them realize that someone was watching their every move.
And in the Atacama Desert, the only person who would pay such close attention to members of the Ancient Academy was none other than Charles!
The mere thought of Charles observing them from the shadows sent a chill down their spines.
They knew Charles's strength all too well.
To ensure their own safety, they felt they had to regroup with the other Ancient Academy members as quickly as possible.
But in the vast Atacama Desert, moving swiftly was no easy task.
