Skreek set down the first pouch and reached for the second, examining it with the same enthusiasm. When he looked up at Julian, his expression had transformed completely.
"Skreek will do it," he said, his smile touching his eyes. "Skreek will contact Elara! Skreek will arrange an introduction! Skreek will provide whatever assistance you need!"
He clutched both pouches to his chest.
"But Sir must understand—this will take time. Skreek cannot just snap his fingers and produce results. The methods Skreek must use are... delicate."
"How long?" Seraphine asked directly.
Skreek's head tilted as he considered.
"Two days. Maybe three. Skreek needs to activate certain channels, send specific signals, wait for responses. The communication network that still functions is not fast—it's designed for secrecy and security, not speed."
Julian nodded, accepting this reasonings.
"Where should we stay while we wait?"
Skreek's instincts kicked in again, seeing another opportunity.
