☀️ Arselia and Akonia

But you can generate something else and Photoshop it.

Or change the model, yeah. Because mine likes to show off a deeper neckline than yours.

- Then let's get to work, - pulling on better gloves, Laikos got down to business, and other assistants followed suit.

Perhaps it would make sense to change into something more appropriate, as the guys on the construction site usually do. The weather isn't the warmest, but Alaria isn't exactly delicate either. And the path of fire, which changed the very essence of the girl, would keep her warm in cold weather. Perhaps even so much that she could wear whatever her fiery soul desires all year round and not catch a cold. On the other hand, the inquisitor also understood that changing clothes to something more revealing could give Daks some new and not-so-good ideas, and that was something to keep in mind. And besides, he didn't deserve such a pleasant sight.

It had been a long time since she had done such a seemingly simple, purely physical job. Training, although it strained various muscle groups, was not quite the same. Cooking all day for the Carneolians and the sick was more demanding, primarily in terms of endurance. And her imagination and quick wit, to diversify the menu with something new, pleasant, and useful each time. To keep the bodies in good shape and make sure that the taste buds don't get too used to one thing, so that it doesn't become boring. In a way, she was building the health of her comrades brick by brick, just like she was building this scene now.

But to call construction a mindless craft, despite the demands on physical abilities, Alaria couldn't. Those spoiled by the wealth of their usual lives, not just the rich, but even people with a simpler financial situation, sometimes looked down on ordinary workers. They underestimated the hard and responsible work, even though they benefited from it every day. But they were completely wrong. It was necessary to coordinate and follow a clear plan, so that everyone did their job and did it well. So that nothing was missed due to inattention or fatigue. The structures had to not only look the way they should and perform their intended function, but also be reliable. So the former inquisitor didn't forget to double-check her own work and keep an eye on her colleagues, just in case. Now they were laying the foundation not just for a future performance, but perhaps for Beata's post-Carneolian career.

And it would also be worth remembering her past skills for the future, when she goes to Kridear. The proud mountaineers will appreciate any help, but it's much better if that help is qualified. From someone who knows what they're doing. Especially if you believe Klin's words about the self-sufficiency of his people, who are inclined to achieve everything with their own hands. It would be very embarrassing to offer to help, and then fail and get in the way of the person you're supposed to be helping. No, if she wants to help raise Kridear from the ashes in the future, she must do it in the best possible way. Just as she is doing now, with the preparations for the upcoming performance.