The group from the Witch Workshop didn't have to wait long; shortly after they finished reading the basics of chemical theory presented by Perfikot, officials from the Northern Territory came to inform them of a summons from the Lord of the North.
The alchemists who called themselves witches quickly changed into formal attire and headed to the lord's mansion, awaiting Perfikot's summons.
Among the group, even the most mature and composed Heine appeared tense, her restless hands clenching and releasing, unsure of where to place them.
Though born of commoner stock, they had gained fame in the Empire after the sunshade glass incident, receiving invitations from some nobles and attending relatively upscale banquets, giving them some worldly experience, but the gap between those nobles and the Lord of the North was immeasurable.
Put simply, Perfikot's lord mansion was guarded by Steam Knights.
