Gaven's gaze swept over everyone, one by one, their personalities and abilities flashing through his mind as he tried to determine the most suitable candidate. But when his eyes met Zalanda's, he involuntarily paused.
Her gaze seemed to carry a deep meaning, subtly shaking her head without leaving a trace.
What did that mean?
Was she suggesting he shouldn't decide on someone directly?
Did she have a suitable candidate in mind?
Given her character, if she had someone in mind, she would have straightforwardly made a recommendation instead of resorting to such insinuations. Clearly, her actions were laden with deeper intentions.
Was she suggesting they nominate themselves? Or perhaps that they recommend each other?
Yes, that was very likely. After all, the group assembled before him was cobbled together. He knew them through and through, but they did not know each other all that well. Integrating them would indeed require a gradual process.
