Hearing the knock, Colette went to check who it was. And as expected, the one standing outside was Joran Ashfeld, wearing a military outfit that clearly highlighted his burly figure.
Giving him a nod of acknowledgement, she gestured for him to enter.
As the two of them entered, Joran offered a deep bow to the lady, receiving a nod from her in exchange. Colette, meanwhile, returned to her previous position, standing right behind her master.
The lady turned to her.
"Colette, did you think of an answer to the question I had asked you just now?"
She nodded.
"I have."
The lady then turned to Joran and asked him the same question she had asked Colette.
"Joran Ashfeld, what do you think is the essence of an individual's growth? What is the most important factor that induces growth?"
Joran paused, looking back at her with a somewhat measuring gaze, as if trying to discern if that question had some deeper meaning. Then he began rubbing his small beard with a thoughtful look.
