Asher sat in his carriage… restless. His though unfocused, burned with anticipation. Every passing second felt like an eternity gnawing away at his patience. He wanted to get home quickly, no, immediately, and uncover the mystery behind the stone… the Star Core Fragment. The unknown power it might hold gnawed at his mind like an insatiable itch. He couldn't wait.
This was an opportunity to become even more overpowered, perhaps incomparably so. Though his eyes were closed in what might have seemed like calm repose, his foot tapped relentlessly against the carriage floorboard, the rhythm quick and impatient, betraying the storm inside him.
Lyra and the Vice Commander, seated across and beside from him, exchanged quiet glances. From their position, they watched the Tenth Sun's strange demeanor with mounting curiosity, wondering what thoughts could be occupying his mind so deeply.
