He took a deep breath, steadied himself, and during the moment Uriel was drinking water, solemnly stated the duchy's position.
"The Campbell Duchy needs a clear explanation. Simply saying 'taken back' might not convince my Grand Duke and those victims' families."
"Even if we say he is repenting in the Alchemy Pool at the Soul Tower, you would probably suspect us of shielding him."
Uriel shook his head, as though facing a child throwing a tantrum.
He slightly tilted his head and gestured with his hand.
A young apprentice standing in the shadows immediately walked up respectfully, holding a square mahogany box.
The box was exquisitely crafted, with silver inlaid along the edges. It looked like a container for an expensive gift.
The apprentice gently placed the box on the table in front of Sir David.
Sir David glanced at the box, sensing something amiss, and threw a suspicious look at Uriel.
"What is this?"
"You'll know once you open it."
