Old and New Problems (Part 1)
Tired of feeling left out of the conversation, Solus tapped into their bond to see through Lith’s eyes. As the Train approached, she noticed that the first car was bigger and wider than the rest.
It still bore the name Wayfinder on either side, along with a painted scenery from Jiera.
The people of Lutia gasped not only in awe at the size of the magical artifact but also in surprise at how silently it moved. They wouldn’t have noticed the approaching the Train if they weren’t looking at it with their own eyes.
“We must add an enchantment that makes noise.” Lith mumbled. “The Wayfinder was meant to be stealthy and to cross an ocean, whereas regular trains must move near populated areas. Too much silence can be dangerous and lead to many accidents.”
“Good point.” Solus took note of it in the Library.
The Train stopped without jolting or shaking. It decelerated seamlessly, coming to a halt right beside the boarding platform.
When the doors slid open, the assembled crowd looked at them in horror, as if the wagons were a pack of mighty beasts that had opened their maws to receive a sacrificial offering.
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