Though engaged, Laine and Surya won't get married so quickly; preparing everything for the wedding will take at least two to three years, and it would take even longer if it were other nobility.
"How are the preparations going with Armand?" Laine asked Ollica.
"The army of fifteen hundred is ready; we're just waiting for the rainy season to end, then we can set off. Miss Veronica is also prepared." Ollica nodded: "The Dwarves and the Wood Elves are already waiting; this is a rare combat opportunity, and everyone is taking it seriously."
"Very good." Laine nodded and smiled, "If I'm not mistaken, she will be here shortly."
"She?" Ollica asked, somewhat puzzled, as the room door sounded.
"Laine? It's me." The voice of the female sorcerer came from outside the door.
"Dear Teresa, come in." Laine put down his mug and called toward the doorway.
