After Stein's threat, the disciples hurried out of the room. Even the alchemist Schultz did not interfere. He had already done his job, and he didn't want any extra problems.
Everyone understood perfectly well that Stein decided to visit Dick because of yesterday's events, where Baker dragged the dignity of his younger brother through the mud, which meant that he also tarnished the reputation of the older brother. The empress' senior disciple craves retribution! Who can stop him in this empire, except Lanatelle? Any reasonable person will say that only a miracle will save him…
«I hope they'll make a chop out of you, a walking lipoma.» – Clementine whispered gloatingly, nudging Baker with her elbow, and left the room with a dancing gait.
«Serves you right, brainiac.» – Seraphima said calmly, but with notes of joy.