Ch 123: He has disappeared - Part 1

The grand hall of the Merchant's Union Council stood imposing, its high ceilings and gilded chandeliers casting a glow over the gathered members. 

A hush fell over the room as the council leader, Lord Halric, took his seat at the head of the long table. 

His sharp eyes scanned the faces of the other council members, all of whom had received reports regarding the enigmatic man from New Portland: Fenrir.

"We've received conflicting reports," Halric began, his voice calm but authoritative. "Vynard described Fenrir as a crippled, naive fool—someone who could easily be manipulated. But the man we've encountered doesn't match that description."

The council murmured among themselves, their confusion evident.

One of the senior members, Lady Krosva, leaned forward. "We should have expected as much. Vynard is a good merchant, but he's not the most perceptive when it comes to people's true nature. It's clear that he underestimated Fenrir."