Moment Of Truth
They all crept, albeit their steps turned fast and light as they went to the corner of the chamber, slipping ahead of several magicians and guards on duty.
[It will take some time.] Elliot then leaned against the wall, looking at Anasthasia.
[Rest assured, the ritual would then complete long before this spell of mine vanishes.] She drew close to the vanity; fingertips graze over the surface. [Michael, are you almost done?]
[Yes, only two more formal requests from two barons that I have to read and approve, and I'm done for today.]
[... It's been a while, huh?]
[I've missed this kind of workload... It's good to be back here.] Michael said calmly, but they all could catch how optimistic he was to work and got things back when it comes to management.
[Don't get too worked up, we need you here.]
[Noted.]