Before setting the date for his departure, Lith had needed a few days to rest, recover, and discuss his spoils of war with Faluel along with his plans for the natural treasures he had left.
Since the Hydra already knew about them, there was no point in keeping the Dryad's ransom and his plans hidden from her any longer. Also, since Aalejah had revealed to Lith the nature of the test, Faluel could explain to him what his loot was worth.
"Your projects sound crazy, but all the new branches of Forgemastery do at first." Faluel nodded after pointing out everything he lacked and the weak points of the devices in his blueprints. "I can't believe you had a Dryad's betrothal gift and you never told me about it."
"It explains why Ryssa had them at the ready." Lith pondered. "I wonder if Marth got them as well or if he received nothing because of me."
