Lucius stood and placed one hand behind his back, his eyes watching the group.
"So, we all agree," he said. "We'll welcome her."
Everyone nodded.
Lucius smiled lightly, then turned to Fiona.
"And I think Fiona's idea is the best."
Fiona smirked and gave a playful thumbs-up.
"Hehe, told you I had good taste."
Lucius chuckled.
"But let me be clear."
"Liline already has a full phantom staff system running the castle."
"We don't need more helpers or maids."
Loreia pretended to pout.
"Aw, no bunny maid?"
Lucius ignored her teasing and continued, looking toward Liora.
"And for fighters, we already have you, Liora."
Liora nodded silently.
Lucius added, "Plus, we have the phantom army."
"Liline controls them fully. We're not short on strength."
"So," he concluded, "making her an idol might be the best path for her."
Fiona nodded… but then noticed something in his voice.
"Wait," she said, frowning slightly. "You said 'might.'"
Lucius turned toward her again.
