Maximilian, the assistant, had been urgently summoned back from South Asia. He hadn't even had time to pack a change of clothes. Upon arrival, he immediately learned that Miss Delphine was hospitalized, and Stone Leclair, who was usually composed and indifferent, now had clear signs of agitation in his expression.
Maximilian didn't dare to ask too many questions. He swiftly wrapped up matters here and stationed himself in the corner like a statue.
