Renard hadn't wasted his time during the month at the orphanage. While everyone saw a grieving farm boy who barely spoke during meals, he'd been secretly training with Boa every night after the other children fell asleep.
The small room was perfect for their sessions. Thick stone walls kept sound from traveling, and the single tiny window faced away from the courtyard where Sister sometimes walked at night to check on things.
Renard sat on the edge of his cot, letting Boa coil around his forearm. The serpent's blue scales felt cool against his skin, and he could sense the faint pulse of power within her small body.
"Let's see how you're doing," he whispered, activating his Prajna ability.
The familiar sensation washed over him – like looking through clear water instead of murky glass. Information about Boa appeared in front of him.
[Name: Boa]
[Species: Keth'mor]
[Elements: Darkness | Poison]
[Beast Realm: Single Core]
[Blood Crest: Shroud of Corruption]
