The door closed behind Vencian as he entered the mansion. Though smaller than Moonfrost Keep of the Vareth estate, the house provided all that was required. Its chambers could accommodate guests, and its halls could host gatherings—adequate for his needs.
The servants had kept it in good order. The floors were polished, the curtains replaced and the air left free of dust. They had worked without their master present but that was their role and they had not failed.
He stopped at the center of the main hall, his boots echoing on the marble floor as he let his gaze drift across the place. "Any issues while I was gone?"
The head maid, Valin, stepped forward. Her hands folded together, her expression hesitant. "Nothing serious, though one incident occurred."
Vencian arched a brow. "And that is?" He already knew, but asking was necessary.
