(Meanwhile, Leo's POV, The Time Stilled World)
It was just another quiet day inside the Time Stilled World as Leo stood on the edge of the training field, his arms folded across his chest as he observed Caleb and Mairon train with calm focus.
Caleb moved with careful discipline, his wooden blade striking in measured patterns as he repeated the drills Leo had taught him countless times before, while Mairon attacked the practice dummy nearby with far less restraint, his movements energetic yet chaotic as he rarely repeated a single pattern for long before growing bored of it and trying something new.
Leo watched both of them silently, when suddenly—
"My Lord."
The voice came from behind him.
Leo turned slightly as Shadow Number One approached, the fox-beast operative bowing respectfully before speaking again.
"My apologies for the interruption, my Lord," Number One said. "However, this is a matter of utmost urgency."
Leo's expression sharpened instantly.
