It was already dusk when I finally left the personal chambers of the Archmage. As the doors swung closed behind me, I couldn't help but sigh.
I had gained much information from the Archmage, and along with this information came a renewed understanding of the situation in and around Esaori.
The pirates were a problem, but thanks to the information she divulged, they were also an opportunity. Not only were the Claw Isles strategic and liberating them a massive boost to the Esaori economy, but the pirates themselves were sitting on a pile of gold.
Both literally and figuratively. For now, however, I needed to focus my attention on the rogue abomination.
As I walked down the hallway and exited back into the main concourse of the castle, I was met by an unexpected peace.
