Morning arrived far too quickly.
Rin knew this because the first thing he heard was knocking. Three loud knocks.
He pulled the blanket over his head. Another three knocks.
"Rin."
He recognized Sol's voice. Rin didn't move.
"Rin, I know you're awake."
"I could be dead."
There was silence. Then Sol answered calmly.
"Then I'll ask Kaelith to wake you."
Rin immediately sat up.
"That is an unfair threat."
The door opened. Sol stood there with Noctis behind him.
Noctis was carrying several papers. Sol looked at Rin.
"Good morning."
Rin stared at them.
"It's too early."
"It's nearly midday."
Rin blinked.
"...That's still early."
Noctis laughed. Sol sighed.
"We found something."
Rin's expression immediately changed.
"About the detector?"
"Yes."
That was enough. Rin got dressed quickly. The eastern workshop was already full of activity.
Crystals floated above the tables. Magical diagrams covered the walls. Several pieces of equipment were scattered around the room.
