Inside the workshop, Axelius stood near the table where the blueprints were spread out. He looked at Millie beside him and said, "Call Tarn. I need to talk to him."
Millie nodded and quickly stepped outside.
As the door opened, Lyrielle—who had been waiting nearby—tried to follow her in. "Nyahh! Is it my turn to help now?" she said with a wide smile, stepping forward.
But Axelius raised a hand without looking at her. "No. You stay outside."
"Huh? But why nyah?" she pouted.
Millie, now at the door again, stood firmly and blocked Lyrielle's way. "Please wait outside, Miss Lyrielle. This is private."
Lyrielle's ears drooped, and she puffed her cheeks with a small growl. "Hmph. What a meanie boss nyah…" she muttered, stepping back in disappointment.
Then Tarn entered, his usual calm face unreadable. He walked silently toward Axelius, standing tall with his arms crossed.
