Those Who Put Down Roots

“Noah, well done. We’re going to report to the bureau director now. You’re coming too.”

Chris announced this, his voice slightly higher than usual, then set off down the covered walkway with a spring in his step.

We entered the Relief Bureau building and climbed another flight of stairs.

We made our way along the corridor, passing holy knights on patrol.

At last, Chris stopped in front of a heavy door.

When the holy knight before it pushed the door open, Chris entered without hesitation.

I followed silently.

“Please inform Archbishop Bernardo that we’re here. It’s about Count Delmonte.”

At Chris’s words, the chief clerk nodded and disappeared into the office beyond.

Before long, the chief clerk opened an ornate door at the back and quietly ushered us inside...