Garius leaned back in his chair, the tension from earlier fading. "By the way, Alf, Errinette," he began, his tone casual but with a hint of authority, "I trust our 'partners' are being well taken care of?"
Errinette bowed slightly, her serene smile unchanged. "Yes, my lord. They are being cared for as usual by our team of caretakers. There's no need to worry; they are in excellent hands."
Hesbeirn smirked and crossed his arms. "My lord, no one knows about them, as usual. They stay hidden in the restricted part of the barracks. Access is strictly controlled."
Garius allowed himself a rare smile and nodded approvingly. "Good. I don't want anyone finding out about them yet. For now, they remain our little secret."
Turning his gaze toward Alf, he tapped a finger on the desk. "Alf?"
"Yes, my lord?" Alf replied, his expression neutral, though his eyes sparkled with quiet amusement.