Chapter X

Summary

• The protagonist and Ulciscor meet Veridius, the head of an academy they are visiting. The protagonist is surprised at the revelation of Veridius' true role at the academy.
• Veridius assures the protagonist that he was not trying to interrogate them, but rather focused on their injury. However, the protagonist is suspicious of Veridius' motivations and charm.
• Veridius accepts the protagonist's application to the academy after Ulciscor recommends them. Ulciscor then has to rush the protagonist away due to an urgent matter.
• On their way out, Veridius mentions a memorial for Ulciscor's late brother. This triggers a dark and emotional response from Ulciscor.
• As they explore the academy, the protagonist and Ulciscor discuss the dangerous implications of a weapon that took Ulciscor down in a previous encounter. The protagonist also learns the importance of distrusting everyone in the academy.
• Ulciscor reveals two critical sites the protagonist should investigate while at the academy, hinting at concealed truths. Though the terrain is challenging, Ulciscor believes that the protagonist's problem-solving skills will be beneficial.
• The protagonist confronts Ulciscor about taking a life, which goes against a law called "Birthright". However, they suggest that Ulciscor's action might be justified under certain circumstances and decides not to take the issue up with Veridius. They reflect on the hypocrisy of the law and the dangerous implications of this new position in the academy.