The best examples of this progress were the introduction of bonding techniques with magic beasts, the blending of diverse arcane styles, and a sudden leap forward in hybrid technology and weaponry.
Truthfully, the Federation would likely not have crossed Soren's mind either if not for his recent encounter with Director Elenaria. That unexpected meeting, which made him recall his past, was the reason he was even considering their territory now.
"I thought you had no personal enmity with them," Soren remarked, shaking off his reverie. "Or do you think gaining entry into their borders will be too difficult?"
Ethea went quiet, considering the political and practical implications. Hiding in a place that operated completely outside human jurisdiction had undeniable merits, but it was not without risk. And there were some things she couldn't share with Soren about them.
