Nice perspective shift there for the protagonist, given by his mentor. He must see something in the boy to be telling him such a secret.

Reminds me of the Game of Thones a bit. Maybe it’s ‘the wall’ reference? Nevertheless, it’s an interesting read and has potential to be sequel.

Made me think of zombies, but whatever the threat in the dark its a nice piece in terms of contemplating light vs dark, experience vs youth, and fear vs bravery.