Lapistia

Caroline was invigorated and less gloomy than usual. Yes, this mission had its share of sad moments... All those maimed mages, the death of one of the squad members, and two others were on the verge of death, barely pulled through. But overall... Caroline felt she had performed well, and many other members of the squad had demonstrated their exceptional skills. This prison was built in such a way that no magic could allow any prisoner to escape. But in reality, they all were freed, and magic played a key role in all of this.
Besides, they met some interesting people. Namhanni mages! Caroline tried to carefully establish contact with the old man all the way back; he certainly knows a lot.
Caroline's mood was partially transmitted to Libar and Ilkesedar. The "mind meld" made them feel the girl's emotions well. Each of them remained an individual, but their mood still depended on the mood of their mistress. In fact, if asked, they would probably find another explanation for why they were in a good mood. Ilkesedar would proudly declare that they had fulfilled the contract, and Libar would boast about the exciting sensations he had been missing for a long time. All of this was true, but only a part of the truth.
Now, the trio knocked on Sarnissa's office door:
-- May we come in?
/Ilkesedar can check the items if needed./