As the weather warmed, the wind and snow in the Mountaintops of the Giants eased considerably.
After construction of the Astrologer's Ruins was completed, it continued operating as usual. Thops had long since settled there, managing the place alongside Sellen.
Life was still rather difficult with just the two of them, and they needed some way to make a living.
That posed no difficulty for Sellen. Any little trinket she made could fetch a good price in a large city like Castle Sol.
Thops also unexpectedly discovered his own talent here.
"You can't learn a single offensive spell, but you pick up these everyday spells with just a hint." Sellen pinched her chin as she watched Thops tinker with a marionette.
Even in the Mountaintops of the Giants, Thops was busy enough to work up a sweat.
He liked the feeling of keeping busy. It made life more meaningful.
Some people weren't stupid; they simply lacked a good teacher. Sellen was undoubtedly a good teacher who tailored her instruction to her students.
Marionettes were excellent helpers for sorcerers. They could fight and handle chores, sparing their owners the trouble of tidying up.
Who wouldn't love a mechanical servant?
Thops finished assembling and adjusting the marionettes, making sure they could function normally.
A Four-Armed Marionette swept and mopped the floor with two arms while wiping cabinets and tables with the other two.
Another marionette stood nearby serving tea, holding a teapot in one hand and supporting a teacup with the other as it poured Thops a cup of hot tea.
Thops took it and had a sip to moisten his throat. "Well, as long as I can help you, Sellen. After all, we're working on a big project."
"Sword of Coming"
"Good, the telescope is working well. We really did see