Eden was there too, standing near one of the reading tables with Sol perched on his shoulder. The phoenix had grown slightly overnight. The difference was noticeable, but not entirely crazy.
Merath stood nearby, his expression unreadable. "There are strange men outside waiting for you two. But before you go," Merath said, walking over to a nearby table. "I have something for you."
Lumi turned his attention to the ancient magician. "The potions?"
"Indeed." Merath gestured, and several vials floated over from a storage area, arranging themselves neatly on the table. "I completed them last night as promised."
Lumi approached the table, examining the collection. There were two distinct sets of potions, easily distinguishable by their appearance.
The first set consisted of three ornate glass vials filled with a shimmering golden liquid that seemed to swirl with internal light. These were clearly the permanent enhancement potions.
