As it soon turned out, only commanders of other corps and those who were summoned or invited by him could get an audience with Nuvian Enzeros without a prior appointment. Instead of him, Flaiana was received by the commander's secretary, Verben.

-- I thought about it and decided to apply to join the Vanguard. Is that possible?

— Of course. Rёdji handed Ariel writing tools and a sheet of paper. — State your reason for joining the Vanguard, list your skills and abilities, combat experience, what you expect from working with us, and what qualities you want to see in your comrades.

- It depends on what you mean by "volunteer"... In general, I am interested in various aspects of magic, and one... - he hesitated, still unable to come to terms with the loss, - one of our mutual acquaintances told me that you know something about necromancy.

— Yes, yes, of course, I understand. Who else but a volunteer can fully appreciate my knowledge in this field of science?

- I don't know where to turn in such a situation, but I would like to entrust a staff belonging to one of the new recruits who died during the trial.

— Died?.. Oh, how sad. The girl sighed. — I can put this item in storage and register it under your name. The Keeper of Values looked guiltily at Christian. — Unfortunately, we do not keep the belongings of those who have passed away... Unless they are of great value to the order.