Lucky strike

"I know where she is."

Valderik and Duman turned their heads quickly in the direction of the voice.

They were so engrossed in their conversation that they hadn't noticed the curly-haired young woman approaching.

The little ula recognized the voice and raised its head hastily. Its round eyes sparkled with joy upon discovering their new company.

The general glanced sideways at the ula and raised his thick eyebrows in surprise at her reaction.

It was strange that she received someone with such joy, since until now she had been growling and biting anyone who approached her.

Valderik then gave the young woman a wide smile, feeling grateful for her help since she had intervened at the perfect moment to save him from an intricate situation.