He was still somewhat unaccustomed to Murphy's approach, which was starkly different from other feudal lords, an approach that involved such a thorough and pragmatic outline of territorial development. Nonetheless, he believed it was necessary to remind this young vampire lord.
"Oh, First Officer, please feel free to speak your mind."
Murphy gave a smiling 'please' gesture and said:
"I am in desperate need of your wisdom! Believe me, I urgently need your advice; the Count's territory is not just my domain, it's also your homeland. Its improvement will benefit us all."
"If you're planning to lease out the mines, dwarf miners may not be a good idea."
Professor Malcolm solemnly declared:
