"All paperwork concerning Slaves must be available for the Association of Slave Owners, Law Enforcement, Nobility, and Royalty to view upon request."
Rein and Makiar stopped where they were and turned to look towards the marquis. Rein was especially worried. Why would Rallian want Makiar to return the orb to him? Of course, Makiar didn't hesitate to obey.
Nadia, who still recovered on the floor of the grand hall, glanced up at Rallian. "Master," she said. "What are you doing?"
"I asked for all of your secrets, Lila. That includes your ethnicity."
Rallian held out his hand for Makiar to deliver the orb, and Makiar handed him the purse. Rallian opened the purse and let the orb drop into the palm of his hand. Nadia clutched her stomach as the smoke-like substance escaped her and disappear
