Though the bookshop was dusty, it was well-organized. In contrast, Leonard's living quarters, located at the back, were clean and tidy. Clearly, he took pride in his personal space; the bookshop's dustiness stemmed from a lack of customers.
"Leonard is an experimental mage," Beatrice commented as they searched his room. "We should assume he has a secret room for his work, which might also connect to the sewers."
Most mages had a private space for research and experimentation, a sanctuary free from distractions. William himself appreciated such a space for his training. It fostered concentration.
They began their search, focusing on potential hidden passages in the walls or a trapdoor leading downwards. There was no other logical possibility.
They pulled on suspicious-looking books and examined every piece of furniture, but found nothing. Frustration mounted as their efforts proved fruitless.
