"No need, Master."
Adel clearly enjoyed this attention. She showed a weak smile and said:
"I can still manage. Shadow Valley also has places to rest. Once you complete your business, I can return on my own. You don't have to worry."
"That sounds like I'm a heartless leader, but you and I both know that's not the case."
Murphy shook his head and said:
"I've discovered an interesting truth this time. A group of Blood Vulture traitors have formed their own small clan independent of the seven great clans, called 'Death Fang.' For now, this is information exclusive to us, but you might be able to follow up on this lead to gain some intelligence advantages.
By the way, do you like drinking coffee?"
This strange question made Adel blink, and she said:
"Not particularly, but I don't dislike it. My tastes in this area are quite mixed. But if you need me to, I can make myself like the taste of coffee."
"Never mind then."
Murphy rolled his eyes and said:
