The young man kneeling below could not fathom the multitude of calculations unfolding within the reptilian figure's mind.
His own thoughts were far simpler and far more immediate.
To escape the Beast God's Envoy punishment.
Moments stretched unbearably long.
At last, the reptilian humanoid spoke.
"Leave and await further instructions."
The words echoed through the temple with finality.
"Yes, my lord."
The young man lowered his head respectfully and nodded before retreating from the temple.
From within the shadowed hall, the reptilian humanoid watched his departure in silence. Its dark purple eyes flickered faintly, a calculating gleam passing through them.
After a moment, it spoke.
"Go and find that necromancer."
The command echoed through the empty temple.
At first, nothing seemed to stir. The statues remained motionless, and the air stood still. Then, from behind one of the massive stone pillars, a slender humanoid figure stepped forward.
