31 Its Complicated (1/2)

”What about finding his parents? I'm sure November's parents are currently looking for him!”

Fear not Thomas, I have no one coming for me.

Except possibly Miceter...

I'm not sure what's going on on his end though...

”Why are we taking it home with us?!” Aaron demanded.

”Shut up, November hasn't decided yet.” Ellain's determined silver eyes met my own. ”If you want to come home with us, nod your head yes. If not, then shake your head no.”

I obviously nodded my head yes.

Surprisingly, after I gave my answer, Ellain revealed a relieved smile before he turned towards his two curious sons.

”Father, what brought this on so suddenly?”

”You're up to one of your shady deals again, aren't you?! Well, let me in on the plan before acting upon it!”

”Congratulations, Aaron, you're going to the Academy next year!” Ellain suddenly announced.

I blinked my eyes in astonishment. The kid who couldn't tell the difference between a wild and civil beast is going to the Academy? The Academy I specifically set up for Thomas?

What's going on here?! I didn't write this!

”Of course.” Aaron proudly stated. ”It's only natural that an excellent man such as myself belongs to an equally excellent school.”

Not really...

”Sometimes I wonder where you get your arrogance from...” Ellain mumbled. He then coughed, clearing his throat. ”Well anyway, I suppose you'll need a companion.”

”And I trust you'll buy me one like everyone else's parents.”

”But what if you could get one for free?”

Don't tell me...

Ellain, you...

...you opportunistic jerk!

I get where Ellain is going with this...

He wants me to be Aaron's companion!

And to accomplish that, I would have to wear a slave collar!

I would have no problem if I was enslaved to Thomas--considering I'm supposed to be his Mentor and all--but Aaron?

Heck no!

Why is this situation even a thing?!