Verayth successfully entered the village without being obstructed by any of the satyrs. It was clear they were already expecting her return.
Standing not too far from the village entrance was an old satyr with a long beard that touched the ground. His back was hunched, and he used a walking stick.
The old man was the village elder.
"Welcome back, Lady Verayth."
Verayth's expression softened.
"Please leave out the 'Lady,' Grandpa Gortin. Just Verayth will do."
Elijah almost couldn't hold back his chuckle, his face turning beet red, a phenomenon he didn't think he could even experience.
"A goat-looking dude calling himself Gortin... Bro got to be begging to be messed with."
Verayth raised her left leg and slightly kicked the plank, causing Elijah to grimace in pain. It was almost like she knew what he was thinking at the moment.
Mr. Gortin didn't notice Elijah's movements. Instead, all his focus was on Verayth.