The carriage door opened, and a maid dressed in traditional Imperial attire stepped out.
She curtsied to Lucas, "Thank you for coming. Please, Inspector, step inside."
Lucas took a longer look at the maid, noting her youthful and delicate features, then handed her his hat and cane before stepping into the carriage. The maid closed the door and stood outside with Shelley and Zane, dutifully keeping watch.
"Greetings, Lord Iscoran!" Lucas said, sitting across from Viscount Iscoran. After a quick glance outside through the window, he drew the curtains shut.
Viscount Iscoran smiled, "Inspector Lucas is very cautious!"
"It's a professional habit, especially given our respective positions. It's wise to be careful. Now, what matter prompted you to invite me here, Viscount?"