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.]
