Baron Charles led the group from the entrance hall into a comfortable meeting parlor. Lord Gregor was already there, and seeing RIku and the others arrive, he immediately got up.
"Mister Riku! It is good to see you again," Lord Gregor said, his voice stronger. He gestured towards Lila and Elara, who had entered with them. "And you have brought your charming companions. Welcome, young ladies."
Riku smiled. "Lord Gregor, may I introduce Lila, a dear friend from my village, and Elara, a young traveler we are assisting." Lila and Elara offered respectful curtsies, a little awed by the noble surroundings and the direct address from the old lord.
"A pleasure," Lord Gregor said, his gaze kind.
Riku then asked. "Baron Charles seemed troubled when I inquired on the traces of the stone. Has there been any difficulty?"
