Kael pulled the cloth-wrapped statue from his satchel and carefully placed it on the velvet-lined counter. "We have an item for appraisal."
Melissa added. "We believe it is adamantine. We need Master Kaiser for the appraisal."
The attendant's sharp eyes flickered with interest before he nodded. "Right this way, please." One should praise him for his calmness even after the word, adamantine.
They were led through a set of intricately carved wooden doors into a smaller, private chamber. Here, under the watchful gaze of armored guards, an elderly man sat behind a wide mahogany desk. His robes were lined with silver embroidery, and the various monocles and lenses tucked into his belt suggested a man well-versed in his craft.
"Master Kaiser, these guests have brought an artifact for evaluation."
The appraiser, Kaiser, adjusted his spectacles and motioned for the item. "Let's see what we have here."
