Chapter 170: An Interesting Concubine
A look of dissatisfaction etched across Mikhal, Brone’s assistant’s face as he confronted his lord.
"Lord Morro, today is already Wednesday. Why haven’t we heard anything from the king? He mentioned the other day that he would bring up the alliance matter to his ministers during Monday morning’s discussion," he inquired.
Brone reclined on the luxurious settee, indulging in the offerings of fruits and wine, sparing a sidelong glance at his assistant.
"It’s of no concern if he delays. In fact, it provides us with additional time to investigate the availability of Ro’an language teachers among them. Have you and the others completed the background checks?" Brone responded, his tone seemingly calm.
"We have. There are several teachers and scholars present within the palace. From our findings, they are considered the finest throughout the entire kingdom. This will make our task of kidnapping them much easier," replied Mikhal, acknowledging the ease with which their plan could be executed.
"Lord Morro, actually... I’ve heard some rumours from the servants," spoke up another subordinate of Brone’s who had been present but remained silent until now.
Mikhal, irritated by the interjection, lashed out at the subordinate, "You have some nerve bringing up useless rumours! Do you have so much free time on your hands?"
Undeterred, the subordinate insisted, "But I believe these rumours are important."
"What rumours? Why are you getting swayed by things that have no relevance to our mission?" Brone scoffed, dismissing the subordinate’s concerns.
"Actually... I think these rumours are closely tied to our task. Perhaps, if you allow me, I can explain," the subordinate requested, hoping to be heard.
The subordinate’s persistence piqued Brone’s attention. Despite his own dissatisfaction, the assistant, albeit reluctantly, allowed him to proceed.