Returning to the castle, I spotted Richard at the gate, accompanied by an assistant. Richard is the headmaster of the magic academy, and the only elf in the city. To most, Richard is a respected educator, master of magic, and renowned researcher of spells.
Some rare few know Richard a little better. Before the Mason Kingdom's invasion was stopped, I was working on a plan to blackmail him to keep him from coming to the Oswald Kingdom's defense. I wonder what brings him to the castle at a time like this.
"Headmaster Richard, I presume." I said, approaching the gate.
"What gave me away?" Richard replied, with a smile.
I forced an affable chuckle. I'm sure he's joking.
"And who might you be?" Richard asked as we passed through the gate together.
"I am a humble servant of the Fairy King. What brings the esteemed headmaster to the castle today?"
