Before Emily could throw herself into Isaac's arms, the Eltari assistant gently rested a hand on her shoulder.
"My Lord, you can talk while working," the assistant said politely.
Although her tone remained respectful, it was clear she intended to remind Emily that there was still a great deal of work waiting for her.
Emily's smile stiffened for a brief moment.
She looked at the assistant before turning back toward Isaac, silently pleading with her eyes for him to save her from the endless paperwork.
Isaac answered her look with an amused smile.
"I'll handle Emily's work for a few minutes. I need her for something important," he said.
The assistant looked at him before lowering her head. "As you wish, Lord Isaac."
She stepped aside without another word, though Isaac could easily tell she had more to say. She simply wasn't in a position to argue with his decision.
