"We're quite ahead of schedule," the deer beastkin architect announced with obvious satisfaction. "Remaining work is mostly finishing touches and final inspections."
Nero repeated, genuinely surprised, "Wow. Already?"
"Magic, expertise, and motivated workers," Helya explained with her characteristic grin. "That combination makes anything possible. Plus, everyone's been working their tails off because they want to prove themselves."
The sentiment was echoed across all departments.
Warriors trained with such dedication that Aurelia had to enforce mandatory rest periods.
Craftswomen refined their workshops with attention to detail that went beyond mere function.
Support specialists organized supply systems with efficiency that would make professional logistics experts weep with envy.
Everyone wanted to contribute meaningfully to what they were building together.
