Indeed. I don't believe either of us needed an additional reminder that our contracts should be fulfilled sooner rather than later, so that we may return.

[ If nothing else, he does expect this of Sholmes - the man has been taking care of Iris all her life and that feeling of responsibility is not likely to vanish any time soon. No matter how mature, Iris is still nothing but a little girl.

Barok takes another gulp from his glass and sighs. ]

In any case, I just wanted to inform you of the changed conditions.