The clock was ticking.
For some reason, the three people waiting outside the door felt time passing exceptionally slowly.
It wasn't until a Secret Monk poked his head out and announced their names that the feeling of torment dissipated.
"Lady Bolenaia from North Mangde County, Monk Bryson from South Mangde County, and Mr. Lux from Shangruifo County, are you all here?"
"Present, present."
"Prepare yourselves, you may enter."
As the door opened, under the watchful eyes of the Secret Monks, the three invited representatives entered the study.
Unlike the overbearing and radiant Saint's Grandson they imagined, this black-haired youth seemed exceptionally approachable.
Not only did he arrange for them to sit, but he also personally helped Lux up after Lux instinctively knelt down.
"How was the feast? It was all mountain cuisine." Horn sat down with a tray of tea.
"Delicious." Looking at Horn, Lux felt much less nervous, even managing to flatter him.
