She examined the gas line connections, the ventilation shaft placement, the drainage system. All positioned correctly according to her specifications.
"Produce section?" she asked.
"Shelving complete," Gregor said. "The refrigeration units are being assembled now. Should be operational in four days."
Elara nodded and moved to the eastern wall where fresh food would be displayed. The units were large—enchanted cooling boxes that used preservation magic similar to her drink anchors, but scaled up. Expensive, but necessary.
"These stay locked overnight," she said. "Only senior staff get keys. I don't want theft becoming a pattern."
"Yes, Your Highness."
They continued through the space. Household goods section: half-finished, shelves going up steadily. Drinks area: complete, ready for stocking. Storage rooms in the back: structurally sound, doors reinforced.
Elara stopped at what would become the main entrance.
