C623 Slowly Surfacing

In the depths of Prince Edberg's mansion, within a hidden chamber, Prince Edberg was speaking in hushed, obsequious tones to a shadowy figure before him.

"My lord, everything is proceeding as planned. Those fools took the bait just as expected..."

The shadow's features were indistinct, its visage so blurred that one could barely discern a human shape. "Hmm, there's no need to rush