The figure was dressed in a cowl that covered him from head to toe, leaving only his youthful face exposed. Strands of golden hair poked through the sides of the cowl, hinting at his true appearance. Despite his smile, his blue eyes remained unemotional.

As he began to speak, "My child... Welcome bac-" You interrupted him, rushing forward to embrace him tightly, burying yourself in his arms. This unexpected display of affection caught him off guard, and he was briefly speechless.

Nearby initiates and nuns/monks in the temple stole glances at the scene before quickly resuming their own tasks. Some initiates wore expressions of envy.

Jordan stood silently for a moment before gently placing a hand on your back and guiding you deeper into the temple.