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Just finishing up the last few of sheets of this months shipping report Johann von Weiss, the Vice President of the West Fiore Trading Company, closed the collection of pages that had grown thick, almost akin to a small book, before adding his signature and wrapping it in a bit of amaranthine cloth to seal it officially. It was now ready to be added to the extensive archives of the West Fiore Trading Company, the immense organization of Traders, Merchants and Mages that had come to call the island nation of Tolgalen their home, Johann just being one among many. Of course, there was one last thing left to do with the register ... he still had to get it to Alisha, the guild headquarters industrious secretary, currently seated behind the reception in the entry hall. Swinging open the door to his office lazily, Johann stepped out and made his way just down the stairs. It was a really rather short trip, thus handing over the thing personally was just a gesture, of course, but one the silver-haired male would readily perform for the woman's sake.

"Good morning, Alisha", the VP greeted, one hand raised in recognition, the secretary giving a small, more symbolic wave "Morning, Jo. How can I help ?". A subtle smile curled up a corner of Johann's lip, holding up the small book. "This month's done and ready to be archived". Alisha nodded, and in turn, smiled as well. It seemed almost amused, though. Was there something funny? "Thank you for your hard work, but you know ... we have a cle-", she had begun her sentence only to be interrupted by infernal clamour and screaming noises from the two large, mahogany front doors of the Company Headquarters building. Into the guild hall had stepped what appeared like a young man, proclaiming, rather loudly at that, who he was, and what he would to with this, ahem, "guild".

"His rightful title ...?", Jo couldn't help but grin to himself a little as he deposited the register on the counter, stepping forward and towards this figure. He was, though, saddened, assuming he would possibly have to fire the cretin of a guard who had let this escapee madman through. "Good day, friend!", the man with the argent hair spoke, softly, but with noticeable condescension. The guy was just some rookie who had no idea what he was talking about, it seemed. "I believe you have taken the wrong turn. This is the Headquarters of the West Fiore Trading Company, an organization of traders and merchants. The cheap tavern is just down the road". He was just about to turn back to his business and let the guards handle the rest from here, but something made him stop in his tracks, freezing in place. The young man was ... hungry? It was rather hard to miss, the growl coming from his stomach perhaps louder than his quite energized speech from before. Jo sighed.

... He knew what real hunger felt like, after all.

It at least prompted him to take a second glance over the lad. He was, undoubtedly, young, a beginner, Johann barely felt any magical energy coming from him. He looked more than a little rough, too. Had he made his way here all the way on foot? How had he crossed the ocean? There would be more time for questions later. "You're hungry, I take it?", Johann asked, looking him over from head to toe. He knew the answer already. The guy was famished. "Hmm ... Fine, boy. I don't want someone to starve to death right here in the guild hall. You'll scare away the clients. Mess hall's right over there, the food's on me", turning towards the Company's kitchen, his white uniform shimmering in the sunlight slightly as he shot a look back over his shoulder. "I'm Johann, by the way. What are you waiting for? Come on".

It was a rare thing but Ruvel had actually been inside the company mess hall sitting and eating, he would have preferred to be outside at his normal spot but his summons weren't having any of it at current. The blonde haired youth had no idea why as to what was going on but since he was given the title of wizard saint they had been on alert more than usual, he guessed with the facility still hunting him and his own magic faltering at times he guessed it made sense. Then again it could have been completely in his mind and a blood moon could be coming at some point soon, he'd rather the former reason than the later because he didn't want his medicine that was for sure. At current he was wearing a white mandarin suit with the company logo on his left sleeve in ice blue silk thread, above it was his name, on his feet he wore plain white martial art styled shoes. People who worked for, with or had dealings with the company in general knew whom he was, apparently there weren't that many glowing four year olds in the world it seemed.

Hearing Johann's voice he turned his dual colour eyes to look at him a soft smile on his face, it was hard to believe that the pale silver haired male looked so very different when they had first met but then the same could be said about himself. He kept up an illusion so his true self wouldn't be seen, so that he could appear normal given everything that he had been put though in his short life. He was the only person whom knew about his last memory with his family as painful as it was but then he had caused harm to the elder male or at least he thought he had so felt like he should share his own. He was about to call him over when he noticed another male by his side and tilted his head for a moment before standing and walking over to him. His hand going to his chest as he bowed forward just a little, as annoying as this was it would be something that Johann would be use to over the year they had known each other. As he began to speak the normal language he seemed to have adapted came out luckily lurking within his shadow was the younger of the two void twin princes 'I guess introductions before I get into the translations...' Amuul sent into the two males minds, Johann would already know this summons voice and thus would realise it was more for the new commers benefit.

'My name is Amuul, I am the youngest of the two void princes, my elder brother is called Shindara. Our people use telepathy to communicate, this being said my brother and I have a unique gift that means you are within a certain distance of us we know everything about you, do not worry we don't share this information with anyone unless permission by the person in question is given or it pertains to our summoners well-being.' he informed the one with Johann 'Now with all that said our summoner greets you both, though master of runes and war he wishes to know if this person will be joining the company.' he sent once more, right now Amuul would not be able to be seen but Johann would know that was usual for the twins as they remained within their summoner's shadow as their kind was severely pained by the light. Ruvel himself had heard the youths stomach and almost felt embarrassed as if he himself had a growling stomach and so pointed to the mass of food that was out ready for consumption and spoke once more 'Our summoner says to help yourself, you seem hungry and that just won't do in a respected company.' he sent calmly before motioning Johann to come sit with him while the other went to get his fill.

Sol yawned as he finished his paper work and his documentation for the day and he grabbed the documents he needed to deliver before he walked out of his office to grab some coffee and a snack. As he descended down the stairs he saw Alisha and he passed his book of his chunk of company work and gave her a small bow before he headed to the dining hall to get his desired drink. As he got what he desired in the form of a cup of coffee and a plate of eggs benedict he saw Ruvel and Johann along with a new person.

Sol moved over to them and sat down beside Ruvel as he yawned.”Hello Rui Johann you seem busy today and it seems you found a new person Johann” he said as he took a drink of his coffee before taking a bite of his breakfast and savoring the rich flavor of hollandaise sauce. The dragon knew his appearance might startle the young man due to his now stark white skin and his violet and ruby slitted eyes.he then spoke after he swallowed his bite.”where are my manners I am Sol and a Vice President of the Company just like Johann” he said politely as he bowed his head to be respectful.

The white haired male couldn't help but smirk when the other at once began introducing himself. Johann couldn't remember asking for a name, nor had he ever asked for the kid's life story, but now that he was here ... "Oh ? You wish to join the Trading Company ?" he smirked to himself more than anything else, giving the young man a quick nod. "I see. Well, you understand, we can't just hire everyone, but that's a topic for later. What you need now, friend ...", he spoke as he lead the other to the mess hall, the smell of freshly prepared foods of all kind filling the air, "... is a meal". Johann promptly followed into the mess hall when the boy had stepped into it, the quite distictive intrusion of Amuul anounced by the summons telepathic voice immediately and just a few seconds before Johann's eyes had actually found the young CEO. "Morning, Ruvel. Today it's Amuul's turn ?", asking the rethorical question with a slight smirk. "Long time no see. Yeah, he said something along those lines, but as you can see ...", he would let the words ring through his mind, certain that the summon would pick them up, "... the boy is starving. Seems to have had a rough journey. I'll take the test, but he needs time", finishing his sentence that the void prince would give back to his young summoner. Though ... Johann wasn't the only one able to give his two cents, of course, Mars instantly making himself known with reply. "So, this little rookie wants to be the new meat, heh. And you want to test him, old man ? Are you sure he'll survive that ? Tssehehe ...", the deep voice rang out in his head, prompting the VP to shake his head. "We'll see", whispering to himself as he turned and walked towards Ruvel while the young man named Kai made a beeline for the buffet only to be approached by Sol before he could sit down.

"Hey, Sol", Johann gave the familiar figure a short nod. "The term "found" is good. Newbie's pretty much burst in right through the front door, proclaiming something about being a great warrior and all that. Truth of the matter is ..." Johann's gaze swerved to the boy who now returned with a plate filled to its very brim, shaking his head "... he's just a starved boy, his magical signature negligible. I'll see what I can do about him". A barely noticeable smirk would curl up the corners of his mouth. "I call dibs on this one", the other two West Fiore Trading Company mages most certainly aware of what he was refferencing.

"So, Kai ...", Jo now turned his attention back to the young, brown-haired man, addressing him once more, "... you desire to join the West Fiore Trading Company, huh ? As part of a ... ahem, "prophecy", it is ? You are lucky. The West Fiore Trading Company does indeed always accept new members". The next part would be the fun one. "But every new member has to undergo a test. I'm certain you understand why. We can't let just anybody join this business. The Company is a well-oiled machine, and every little loose screw could damage the spotless reputation we hold. If that's clear ...", Johann barely made an effort to hold back his friendly, amused smile as he reminisced the other's rather boastful words, "... then I'll be the one testing you".

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Sol ate his eggs benedict in content and enjoyed the rich flavors as he heard Johann say that he would call dibs on this one which made the dragon simple nod as he took a drink of coffee.” I withhold the right to add on if I think its not enough” he said simply. Before he could finish his breakfast he suddenly heard a crack and saw that the newcomer with all his excitement had slammed his fist into the table and cracked it which made Sols eyebrow twitch a he sighed an annoyed sigh and then leveled a serious look at Kai.” Oi Newbie your paying for that no matter if you pass the test or not” he told the boy sternly as he finished his breakfast

As Sol suddenly smelled alcohol he smirked before he saw Ada.”I see all of the higher ups are here it must be a special occasion” he said before he heard the slayers comment on people breaking things.”don’t worry he will be paying for it wont you” he said as he leveled a look at Corey to show he was not taking no for an answer.”Well if we are testing him why don’t we go to the training grounds knowing you Johann you will want open space” Sol Snickered as he knew Johann could get rather crafty with his tests.