It was not beautiful yet.
But it was becoming useful, and for a frontier settlement, that mattered far more than appearances.
Cassian arrived with only a small escort, though when a Tier VII strategic warship was sitting above the planet, a small escort was more than enough.
Several elders came with him, along with two senior engineers and a quiet administrative officer who seemed to be taking in every detail around her without needing to write anything down.
A moment after they entered the receiving hall, Eirenne's projection appeared.
Her image was calm and professional, dressed in dark formal clothing with pale light outlining her figure. She bowed first to Cassian and then to the elders.
"Lord Cassian. Welcome to Larkspur Haven."
Cassian studied her for a moment before giving a small nod.
"Eirenne. It seems you've settled in well."
"I have been given enough work to avoid boredom."
Aurelian glanced toward her.
"That sounds suspiciously close to a complaint."
