On the opposite end, Felix and his maids regarded him with piqued curiosity, their gazes fixed on Desmond, particularly Felix himself. Eager to unravel the mystery of his young master's uncanny foresight, Felix yearned to understand how he could have anticipated the guards' arrival at the precise location. Yet, all he witnessed was Desmond staring into the void, seemingly devoid of action.
Meanwhile, Laura and Annie, perceiving their young master's engrossment and lack of disclosure, quelled their inquisitiveness, their attention solemnly fixated on the opulent tavern before them.
"Now that everyone has gathered," Desmond declared, his voice resonating with authority. "I shall assign each of you a crucial task to undertake." His gaze then shifted towards Felix, but before doing so, he proceeded to introduce each of his maids to his trusted confidant.
