#thread four.

Time was running out. He looked like hell, and it’d taken up a good two thirds of the day for Zelos to gather all the items, the mana leaf had definitely given him and Regal a run for their money.  How was he supposed to know it wouldn’t be in the Airaisal forest?!  The Mistwood was a dumb choice.

Well, on his way back, he figured he’d finally reply to Lloyd.  He couldn’t read his messages...Given his arm situation.  But, he could at least send a text via some voice shenanigans.  Technology was super convenient here.

[ New voice message from Zelos Wilder! ]

[txt]: I’ll see you soon.

Then he tripped.  And his phone got that that too.

[txt]: OH GOD DAMMIT-

[ New text message from Zelos Wilder! ]

[txt]:  💖 💖

Regardless, Zelos’s forge was the last stop.  His one arm was stuck cradling the items he collected, and was left to just use his legs.  Was this how Regal opened doors? Honestly...

“Lloyd!  Are you here?”  It was late, he couldn’t guarantee his forgemaster would even be here.  It was worth the risk.