Swarm at the Gates

Cole stepped out from behind the corner, looking equal parts sheepish and concerned. "Elora, Mr. Gareth has always been competitive..."

Elora raised a hand. "I don't care if he's competitive or anything else. Wanting to improve is a good thing. Elysium doesn't carry freeloaders, and he needs the training."

Cole opened his mouth, then closed it.

Elora headed upstairs. As she passed him, she added,