Unfortunately for him, Julio was waiting by the office when Dominic's group arrived, primed and ready to put him to work.
"Oh, I know you. Accountant Julio from the Castle City branch of the Merchant Guild, correct?" Jenna asked the moment that she saw him.
"Now Castellan Julio of Wistover Manor, Lady Jenna. It's a pleasure to see you again. What brings you so far from home?"
The old woman's smile made the Castellan back up a step.
"Oh, His Majesty invited me here to advise on the financial matters of the Duchy. I am looking forward to working very closely with you, starting today.
Now, be a dear and have some tea brought, would you? There are reports to read."
Julio gave Dominic a pleading look, but Dominic just nodded at Dave, who rumbled a message to get one of the maids in the kitchen to bring them tea.
"Is that stone conduction? What is he saying?" Alistair asked curiously when he felt the vibration through his feet.
