He turned to Trish and Holt beside him:
"The energy fluctuations ahead are already close to the level of an Official Wizard. I suggest you leave now."
A hint of hesitation flashed in Holt's eyes, and he subconsciously rubbed the core of the rebuilt golem:
"With the three of us together, maybe we can..."
"No." Ron interrupted him, his tone rarely forceful:
"That kind of energy fluctuation is beyond the scope that an Advanced Apprentice can handle. Continuing forward will only distract me."
Trish keenly observed the change in Ron's expression, a hint of understanding passing through her brown eyes: "You intend to face it alone?"
She paused for a moment, "Or is there something over there related to you?"
Ron did not directly answer but a rare gravity flashed in his eyes:
"I do have some things that must be dealt with."
In his perception, the vibration of the Stand-In Puppet at his waist became increasingly apparent, as if being attracted by something in the distance.
