[Chance]

And a missive is returned of a prospect bidder - Dark brown parchment, with the ouroboros symbol present upon it, a serpent swallowing its own tail. It reads,

"Aubery Nayam,"
"You appear to be in the possession of my cook. She is currently indebted to an estimated 48 years more of service."
"I am offended that you would barter a life that is mine for something so insignificant as silver, placing a price on her fate as if could ever be bought and sold. I wish for her release promptly; state your desired terms to me directly by letter, soon, or I will come for her myself."
"Any deviation will result in consequences. Ilumitar."