Teryn was already pulling documents from his satchel. Multiple sheets of parchment. Dense with text. Official-looking seals at the bottom of each page.
"Standard representation agreement." He laid them across the desk. Smoothed them flat. "Outlines your role as local liaison, commission structure, liability clauses, all the usual protections."
Vorn moved closer. Bent over the documents. His eyes tracked across the writing.
While Vorn was absorbed in reading, Delphine moved to stand beside him. Close. Her shoulder nearly brushing his.
"I know it's tedious." Her voice came soft. Apologetic. "But House Meridian's lawyers insist on thoroughness."
She leaned in slightly. Pointed at a particular clause moving closer to him. Close enough that Vorn could smell the light perfume she wore.
His focus wavered. Split between the document and her proximity.
"This section here..." She tapped the paper. "It confirms you'll introduce us to verified suppliers. Nothing complicated."
