McCarthy Delin hoped Ethan and Lindong would stay, but he had no grounds to persuade them.
After all, they were merely passing acquaintances, fishing enthusiasts who happened to meet in the forest and both happened to be Elemental Shapers. He guessed it was a twist of fate, akin to those destined encounters in mythic tales.
Regarding the manuscript, he and his teacher held different views.
This wasn't a favor but rather a significant burden for this fishing friend.
McCarthy Delin personally escorted the two out of the camp, standing amidst the woods, watching their figures fade into the forest's end.
Perhaps, he ought to go fishing.
It was his hobby, perhaps even the fated way of meeting. A strong premonition surged within him, convinced he'd stumble upon something good.
