'...they won't respect me if I don't show them my personal strength. They only obey for fear of offending Vale. I must find a way to prove my worth!...'
Valtor and Eryndor did not immediately say anything either; they simply watched from their places, waiting for what Tiber would do next.
Even Slya frowned slightly from the subtle pressure that was slowly filling the air. She shifted positions, her hand going to the sword at her waist.
Tiber began in a measured tone. "The Central Army of Athrimir has several divisions of the army under it. Right now, you all belong to the Common Army, a general pool that's the standing force that can be used at any time. But what makes it unique is that it is also a 'general market' where any faction can directly recruit anyone. It is the bottom step, from which you can climb anywhere."
Tiber paused, waiting for who would ask the question.
Xuehan did.
"A step to where? Which faction?"
