Clouds gather inside the citadel without wind, folding above the blue-lit stair into a narrow column of rain and icy radiance. The sheltered landing darkens beneath the sudden storm.
Melozay descends from the column as though it were a private staircase, regal and composed. Rain beads around her without touching her, while cold light outlines her familiar presence.
Melozay
The citadel summoned me as your guardian, Wysteria. Its invitation recognized a danger that you have not yet learned to perceive.
Her gaze settles on Wysteria. The storm narrows behind her, but thunder murmurs through the immense interior, stirring distant blue lights along the terraces.
Spicerkhano moves between them, his fire brightening against the icy rain. One hand remains near the quiet Planar Phaser, though he does not draw it.
Spicerkhano
Guardian is a generous title for someone who has crossed planes to reclaim another person without invitation.
Melozay
You mistake custody for reclamation, elemental. I have come to prevent my child from being delivered into realms that mistake freedom for safety.
✓ Quest Accepted
Secure the citadel’s recognition of my freedom from Melozay
✓ Quest Accepted
Avoid being taken away by Melozay