"Thank you for everything, Architect," I said and bowed down in respect, but he stopped me mid-bow.
"No need, Young Duke." He paused and peeked over behind me. "I should leave, your beastsmen don't seem to like my presence," he said and laughed it off softly.
My eyes widened in realization as I watched him leave. "Wait," I said and immediately rushed to my cupboard, gently sliding it out and carrying the heavy rectangular box that sat there. He stared ahead, his hands behind his back, exuding a noble presence.
"This is the payment as stated. Pay the workers and yourself," I said, and he nodded. Gently took it and walked away. I gazed at him for a while and then gently closed the door.
I stretched my hands.
I could feel Thyrian staring at me from the pool, his hands and head resting on the edge, smiling at me.
"We should all rest," I said softly and yawned. Right now, I wanted to sleep badly.
"You two seem really close," Veyra suddenly said, and I raised a brow.
