"Good. Then, I'll have you informed within a few days after the entire squad roster is confirmed," stated Lord Frantoch. "Now, Bolton, you may leave. Consider the guild request finished, as we'll be taking over the investigation from this moment forward. I'll relieve the scouts of their duties after visiting the battle site."
"Thank you, Lord Frantoch!" Bolton declared with a hopeful grin, getting up and bowing along with Jash.
"Not you, young man. Please, stay a moment longer. I'd like a word with you."
Both Bolton and Jash were rattled to hear such an unexpected statement from Lord Frantoch. But Bolton didn't hesitate or disagree. He silently bowed and exited the room.
Alone with such a prominent figure, Jash felt his lungs and tongue seize up, leaving his mouth open without a word or a breath.
