Meanwhile, Lucas had fled to his room. It hurt to do that to his own mother, but… it was the only way. He would pray for her. But enough games—now it was time for work.
He rubbed the ring on his finger. The tattoo on his arm heated up slightly, and soon, four shadow-like figures appeared in his room.
They knelt and said, "What are your orders, My Lord?"
Lucas said, "I need information. Bring me everything we have on the beast Silka. Also, bring me materials regarding the effect of mana on beast eggs and the conflict of different affinities in beasts. Remember, bring me everything, and make it quick."
The four figures responded, "Your order is my command," and then they disappeared.
Unfortunately for them, they were stopped by an annoyed Sienna before they could leave the house.
They knelt once again and said, "We greet the Regent."
Sienna asked, "What are you doing here?"
One of the figures replied, "The Lord called for us."
