Later that evening, James returned from the market, carrying a sack filled with herbs. His face lit up as he approached Leonard, his admiration evident. "Brother, I got everything you asked for," he said, handing over the bag. "I even heard a foreign merchant might have the glassware you need, but he wasn't in town today. I'll check again tomorrow."
Leonard took the bag and nodded. "Good work, James," he said, rifling through the contents. James's eyes shone with a mixture of pride and curiosity. He had always seen Leonard as someone smarter and more capable than himself, but since his brother's return, there was an air of mystery about him that James couldn't resist.
"Thank you," Leonard added, his tone sincere. James grinned and dashed off, satisfied with his contribution.
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