"The news of the death of the Devourer of Ships spread quickly, Victor. Frugeon, like many others, now sees you with fresh eyes."
Victor frowned, trying to process the information. "That's why he's so... respectful?"
"Exactly," Luísa confirmed with a simple smile. "You did something that many thought was almost impossible. The death of the Devourer of Ships will save countless lives, I'm sure. Also, I'm very grateful that you mentioned the Selvarum family as a contractor. Word of this has already spread far and wide and will continue to do so, as the Selvarum family name is priceless to us. "
"I'm glad to repay you for Mari's help and for the hospitality you've shown me," Victor said, bowing his head. "However, I must admit that this was not my original intention. I never sought recognition, nor did I have such noble intentions as you think when I killed the Devourer of Ships, you know that."
