First Light

"I'll strictly follow the revised rules and choose from the list provided by the system."

The old man pressed, "What if I insist that you choose someone yourself?"

Gareth fell silent for a moment, as if seriously considering the question.

Harper perked up too, waiting curiously for his answer, then heard him say, "I don't know who I would choose, but I know who I wouldn't."

He glanced at Harper an