"With half of the population of our estate perished, that's the end of my report, my lord," Samuel bowed, concluding his narration.
Mordret had only just woken up when he received a flurry of news and a detailed report on the successful execution of his plan in the village from Samuel. Even Sarena's courageous defense of the villagers earned a mention, delivered by Samuel with a broad smile.
"Hmm," Mordret muttered, jotting down a note before accepting the report with little reaction. "Samuel, inform Sarena to meet me once she has completed her duties and addressed her flaw. Also, ensure the preservation of the ambushers' corpses; I will require them sooner or later."
"Yes, my lord. The corpses of the ambushers have been preserved, albeit in a disoriented state," Samuel replied with another bow.
