Allen's breath hitched, but he quickly regained his composure.
He met Mercer's crystalline, deep blue eyes, which seemed to pierce right through to the soul. He bowed slightly and kept his words brief and to the point.
"I have come for two reasons: first, to ask about the first Core Witchcraft for a Second-level Wizard, and second, to seek guidance on the path of a Second-level Wizard."
Mercer showed no surprise, as if he had already anticipated the purpose of Allen's visit.
"The first Core Witchcraft is called 'Fortress Workshop Deployment.'"
He stated the name of the Witchcraft directly, just as Victor had said.
"Victor probably mentioned a few things to you."
"But what he knows is merely superficial."
Allen stood silently, listening intently.
