"Because between Night, Jorl, and now the Black Throne it was necessary." Acala replied. "We can't hide forever, and if Dawn's crazy sister comes at us, I want to be able to protect her. We won't end like Kelia. No offense, Little Sister."
"None taken." The Red Emperor academy was closed for winter, and Dusk's former host had moved in with Lith until the start of her final year.
"I meant… never mind." Solus' words aroused the curiosity of many, but she refused to elaborate, and Acala had no intention of exposing his secret.
"Let's go, Nalrond. I don't like being where I'm not welcome." Dawn said. "Also, dear Lith, this is the reason we keep our lessons inside Bloodhaven. I don't like being spied upon, and for a private man, you like poking your nose where it doesn't belong too much."
"I'm sorry." Solus said. "I didn't mean to-"
"Yet you did." Dawn cut her short.
"Wait a second." Much to everyone's surprise, Protector stood up. "Can I please join you?"
