However, now Sir Murphy has requested her to convey the news on his behalf. This means that poor Adel has finally made up her mind and severed the Blood Covenant with Governor Murphy.
To Mrs. Bernice, who considers Adel like a daughter, this is genuinely good news. Yet, she wouldn't spread this secret everywhere; she would only silently pray in her heart for her poor Adel.
"So, that's the mighty and wise Sir Murphy that Adel often talks about?"
Beside Bernice, Lisa whispered to her mother:
"He is indeed very handsome. Even from an elven perspective, this Vampire Governor's beauty is extraordinary. However, I don't see much evidence of his might and wisdom. A ruler entering a perilous land alongside his warriors—
This doesn't align with my understanding of the cunning intelligence or situational awareness that vampires or lords are supposed to have."
"Silence, Lisa! That man is also your lord."
