After the man's knock, the door moved slightly, opening a little bit—enough for golden light to seep through.
He looked at the guy, who stepped back a little bit and gestured for Northern to move inside with his hands.
Northern swallowed and gently pushed the door open and entered the office.
The place was a grand interior that stood in solemn splendor, the warm glow of candlelight flickering across the ornate furnishings.
An impressive wooden desk dominated the center of the room, its intricate carvings and gilded trim betraying the wealth and status of its owner.
Towering bookcases lined the side of the room to the left, filled with tomes spanning subjects from history to philosophy.
Antique globes, brass instruments, and other curiosities sat atop the shelves, lending an air of scholarly sophistication.