The deer, Elnar, guided Miguel down a well-lit corridor to an elegant office. The room exuded knowledge and history, with a huge bookshelf filled with hundreds of books and scrolls, each seeming to contain ancient secrets and accumulated wisdom. At the center, there was a polished wooden desk, robust and inviting. Elnar gestured for Miguel to sit down.

Miguel wasted no time and got straight to the point. He took the sketches of his projects out of his bag and handed them to Elnar. The deer, curious, took the drawings and began to examine them carefully.

"Do you have experience in large projects, Miguel?" Elnar asked, visibly impressed with the details of the sketches.

Miguel hesitated for a brief moment. He couldn't reveal that in his past life he was an engineer. "I've read a lot about construction during my life," he said, choosing his words carefully. "I've always been fascinated by engineering and architecture."

Elnar nodded, accepting the explanation. "Your sketches are really impressive. Now, about the materials you need... let's see what we have available."

The deer stood up and went to the bookshelf. He searched for a few moments before pulling out a large, thick book. With a slight smile, he returned to the desk and handed the book to Miguel. "This is a glossary of the materials we have available."

Miguel opened the book and was impressed to see that it was full of detailed illustrations and written in the human language, not in the beast-men's language. The pages were filled with drawings of different types of wood, stones, metals, and other building materials.

"I received this book from a human friend many years ago," Elnar explained. "That human came from the far east of the continent. He taught me a lot about construction and materials. I hope this can help you."

Miguel thanked him and began to leaf through the glossary with interest. Each page revealed new information about the resources available in the region. He saw types of wood, from the finest and most flexible to the hardest and most resistant. There were also descriptions of stones, some exotic and rare, others common and abundant.

While reading, Miguel felt a wave of gratitude and admiration for Elnar. The deer was not only willing to help but also shared his knowledge generously. This book was an invaluable tool, and Miguel knew it would be crucial for the success of the mill project.

With his eyes fixed on the glossary pages, Miguel began to mentally formulate a detailed plan. He knew that the conversation with Elnar was just beginning, but each moment brought him closer to achieving his goal. The night promised to be long and full of discoveries, but Miguel was ready to face the challenge with determination and enthusiasm.

As he leafed through the glossary, Miguel found a wood that seemed similar to something he had seen on Earth. The description spoke of a resistant, light, and durable wood, perfect for gears. He also found stones that seemed strong and durable, suitable for the base and other structural parts of the mill.

Miguel looked up from the book and looked at Elnar. "Can you easily obtain any material from this glossary?"

Elnar pondered for a moment before answering. "Some materials are easy to get. They are available in our local forests and quarries. However, other materials can only be found in more distant regions, and some I have never seen personally. We would need time and resources to obtain them."

Miguel nodded, understanding the limitations. He turned his attention to the wood he had found. "This wood here," he said, pointing to the illustration in the book. "It will be perfect for the gears. It's light but resistant."

Elnar examined the page and nodded. "Yes, this wood is quite common in our forests. We can get it easily."

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Miguel felt a sense of relief knowing that at least this material would be easy to obtain. However, he knew that the mill blades would be a challenge. He hadn't seen any cattle in the region, so leather or cowhide wouldn't be viable options.

He began looking for plant alternatives in the glossary, searching for plants that were strong and light enough to serve as material for the blades. After some time of research, he found a plant that seemed ideal. The description indicated that this plant was abundant in all regions, including the area where they were.

Miguel was impressed with the technical and detailed manner in which the book was written. The language was clear and precise, almost as if it had been written by someone with advanced technical knowledge. He wondered, for a brief moment, if the book's author could be someone like him, someone who came from Earth.

With no time to delve into these thoughts, Miguel looked at Elnar with determination. "I've already gathered the necessary materials," he said, closing the glossary. "We will need the wood for the gears and this plant for the blades. We can start as soon as we have everything."

Elnar smiled, pleased with Miguel's efficiency. "Very well, Miguel. We will provide everything you need. I'm looking forward to seeing your plan in action."

Miguel felt a weight lifted off his shoulders. With the materials identified and Elnar's support, he knew he was one step closer to making the mill work. The first major stage was complete, and he was ready to continue working hard to achieve his goal.

Miguel was sitting at Elnar's office desk, focused on drawing a new sketch, much more detailed than the previous one. The deer, curious and attentive, watched Miguel's every move with great interest.

As soon as Miguel finished drawing, he began to explain his ideas. "The mill you built is impressive, but there are some fundamental problems. The internal structure, including the base, is all wood. This does not provide the necessary stability for a construction of this size."

Miguel pointed to the detailed sketch he had just finished. "I suggest we use medium-sized rocks and stones for the base. This will create a much more stable and durable foundation. We can build the base with these stones and then assemble the rest of the mill on top."

Elnar watched attentively, clearly impressed with the clarity and precision of Miguel's plan. "That makes a lot of sense," said the deer, nodding. "I agree with you. Tomorrow, we can start dismantling the existing mill and rebuilding it according to these specifications."

While Miguel and Elnar discussed the details, a concern arose in Miguel's mind. "The only thing that worries me is the time," he admitted. "All this will take weeks to be ready."

Elnar smiled, reassuring Miguel. "Don't worry about that. The beast-men are very quick with any construction. I guarantee it won't take weeks, but only a few days. We have a lot of experience in manual labor and construction. We will be able to do this efficiently and quickly."

Miguel felt a wave of relief. "That's great to know. Thank you very much for the support and trust."

With the meeting concluded and the plans established, Elnar stood up and guided Miguel to a guest room. "You should rest well tonight," said Elnar. "Tomorrow will be a busy day of work."

Miguel nodded, feeling the exhaustion of the day finally setting in. "Thank you, Elnar. I appreciate everything very much."

"You're welcome, Miguel. I'm looking forward to seeing the results of your plan," replied Elnar with a smile.

As they walked down the corridor, Elnar also guided Miguel's companions, Ricardo, John, and the little mage, to their respective rooms. Each was led to a cozy and comfortable room, prepared to provide a peaceful night's rest.

Miguel entered his room and lay down on the soft bed, feeling grateful for the hospitality of the beast-men and optimistic about the coming days. With a final thought about the plans for the mill, he let the fatigue take over and closed his eyes, ready for what the next day would bring.

The next morning, Miguel woke up feeling renewed. He got up and noticed that a polished wooden bathtub was prepared for him. The mansion's maids had filled the tub with warm water and placed some aromatic herbs, creating a relaxing environment.

Miguel took a bath, enjoying the invigorating feeling of the water. After drying off and dressing, he went downstairs to the mansion's ground floor, where he found Ricardo, John, and Lila already sitting at the breakfast table. The table was full of fresh fruits, assorted breads, cheeses, and a jug of juice.

"Good morning, everyone," said Miguel, sitting down and pouring himself some juice.

"Good morning, Miguel," responded Ricardo and John in unison. Lila smiled shyly, still getting used to the new environment.

While they ate, the deer, Elnar, appeared in the room. "Good morning," he greeted with a warm smile. "I hope you slept well."

"We slept very well, thank you," replied Miguel. "Your home is incredible, Elnar. The architecture and the environment are truly impressive."

Elnar smiled, visibly pleased with the compliment. "I'm glad you're enjoying it. We do our best to create a welcoming environment."

The deer then turned to Miguel. "We have already started providing the necessary materials for the new mill. This morning, our workers have already started dismantling the current mill. I believe everything will be dismantled by noon."

Ricardo, who was finishing his breakfast, looked at Miguel in surprise. "That's incredible. Their speed is impressive."

"I agree," said Miguel. "Thank you very much, Elnar. The efficiency of your workers is admirable."

Elnar nodded, satisfied with their reaction. "I'm glad to hear that. Once you finish eating, one of my employees will take you back to the inn if you want to return."

"I plan to go back there. I have some notes to make and want to review the details of the sketches."

"Perfect," said Elnar. "I'll check on the progress of the mill dismantling. I hope to see you later. If you need anything, please let me know."

Elnar said his goodbyes, leaving Miguel, Ricardo, John, and Lila to finish their breakfast. The atmosphere was light and filled with anticipation for the workday ahead. Miguel was eager to see the progress and continue preparing for the mill's reconstruction.

After breakfast, an employee arrived to escort them back to the inn, exactly as Elnar had promised. Miguel felt satisfied with the progress being made and was ready to dive back into his work.