The rest of the journey passed uneventfully. Near the end of the first day, the elves purchased pillows and blankets for the three of them from a vendor at one of the stops. Gideon tried to sleep through the night but kept waking up due to the noise of the train and the other passengers. Of the three of them, Berenyn had the easiest time. Once he drifted off, nothing could seem to wake him. Shylvena enjoyed poking his head and making weird sounds next to his ear, but he never so much as stirred.

Perhaps this pastime was to make up for her own lack of sleep. Whenever Gideon awoke, he saw Shylvena looking out the window, a distant look in her eye.

On the second day of their trip, a few hours from Prospera, Gideon had almost reached the end of the [Appraise] skill book when he received a pair of notifications.

Skill Rank Increase! Your proficiency in Appraise has ascended to Stone Rank, Grade D.

Level Up! Your mana core has gained strength. Maximum mana increased.