Later that very day, Lyra and Carlotta had returned to their rooms to freshen up and change back into their dresses, or so they said.
Meanwhile, still in the master bedroom with Kai, Sanovere stood upright with his head slightly bowed, his demeanor shifting back to pure business.
Kai, seated on the edge of the bed, spoke with a calm voice.
"Tell me. It has been four days since I gave you that order. Did you find what I asked for?"
A small, confident smile played on Sanovere's lips.
"I assume my Lord is talking about the task regarding the hidden mastermind behind the human raids. Yes, my Lord. And to my knowledge, it would seem your prediction was as accurate as always."
Kai remained steady, though a sigh of disappointment left his mouth.
During the time he had killed Grok and absorbed the memories of the dead adventurer, he saw the figure of the man who had ordered the hit on Aron's party.
