Beno moved over with heavy steps, his somewhat round figure creating a shadow as he neared Alfraed. "Boss," he said, his deep voice resonating with a blend of curiosity and respect.
"Beno," Alfraed said, motioning for him to take a seat. "We have to talk about your compensation. You've been crucial in overseeing our production, handling the supply chain, and keeping our inventory full. That's quite an achievement."
Beno scratched the back of his head, a hint of modesty in his expression. "Just doing my job, Boss. But I appreciate the recognition."
Alfraed handed Beno a parchment, his expression serious but kind. "This is your new salary, Beno. Take a look."
Beno took the parchment, his eyes widening as he read the figure—fifty thousand runes. He blinked, his usual calm demeanor faltering for a moment. "Boss, this is… this is more than I expected."
