Miller's Estate, Azure Valley
"There's one thing we need to discuss before we get too excited about this project," Silas says, his expression becoming serious as he turns away from the miniature train on Sienna-Rose's worktable.
Until now, he has listened to her plans with growing interest, especially when she explains how Nythrane can be combined with mana stones to create an engine capable of moving an enormous machine without horses.
The idea of connecting the territories of Aethelgard through a network of railways is extraordinary, and he can already imagine how much easier trade and travel would become once the system is established.
However, the more he considers the requirements, the more he realizes that Sienna-Rose's engineering knowledge alone will not be enough to make the project happen.
The three sorcerers turn toward him, and Sienna-Rose raises an eyebrow when she notices his serious expression. "What is it?" she asks.
