"Also, Henry Powell can be a bit eccentric. You might have to personally invite him," Victor added, surreptitiously gauging Ethan's reaction.
Ethan displayed no discontent; instead, he chuckled, "If Henry Powell can truly forge this device, then personally inviting him is the least I can do. Even holding a grand welcoming ceremony for him with all of our territory's residents would be a minor affair. The prerequisite, of course, is that he possesses the necessary skill and technology."
"There's absolutely no doubt about that," Victor assured with full confidence.
After asking a few more questions, Ethan took his leave from Victor.
Soon, he found himself back on the dungeon's lowest floor.
Glancing at the still-sleeping forms of Eluna, Sherry, and Mia, he tenderly kissed each of them on the forehead, taking care not to disturb their rest.
Unbeknownst to him, however, Eluna had stirred awake.