Chapter 221: Say that again
Magnus carefully laid a parchment on the table, his gaze firmly fixed on Tobias. "In three days’ time, we set forth for the South. Ensure the arrangements are in place, Tobias, and particularly instruct the carriage driver to adhere to this specific route," he ordered with an authoritative tone.
Tobias gingerly picked up the parchment, unfolding it to reveal a map. It depicted a quicker path to the South, albeit one fraught with navigational challenges. "Wouldn’t it be wiser to take the more straightforward route, Your Highness?" he proposed cautiously.
Magnus responded with a knowing smile, "I understand your concerns, Tobias, but this route, despite its complexities, is the most advantageous for our journey. Have faith in me."
Tobias bowed in compliance, prepared to carry out the command. "Also, inform the spy that he will be joining me," Magnus stated assertively.
"Will His Highness not be accompanied by Griffin?" Tobias asked with a hint of surprise in his voice.
"No, he will not," Magnus responded, his figure receding from Tobias’ view. "You must relay a message to Ralph to meet with me," he added, "I will be available in the morning." With those final words, Magnus disappeared.
Tobias pondered what was going on in the prince’s mind. But who could even fathom in his mysterious mind? He just stared at the route, hoping Magnus’s decision would be wise.
On the other side, Magnus arrived at his chamber, only to spot a human with Alora.
"Magnus! I hired a new attendant for me. This is Melody. She is a human and was in Brother Izaak’s service," Alora informed him quickly.