Silvana had been sitting by the side of Ailin the whole time, listening without comment. Finn didn't have much opinion about the woman. She remained in her room most of the time and kept out of their way. Her most useful contribution had been during the journey to this part of the kingdom. But since they'd arrived and adapted to Hoshin Bay, Finn saw no reason to keep her here.
Lucine had assigned her to be their guide and aide, but Finn was about to relieve her of that duty.
He leveled a gaze at her formally, his tone becoming official. "Silvana. You've done well. Your service has been satisfactory. But it's time to relieve you of your duty." He gestured around the house. "Our next phase requires... different arrangements. Having you with us now would impede rather than aid our goals."
