To all my subordinates,
I am aware that, in the light of the many challenges facing our sacred covenant, leech collection may seem like a trivial pursuit. But make no mistake: these critters are essential for storing blood and hence the nourishment of your beloved boyars and knyaz.
Therefore, spare no efforts to fulfil your assigned quota – and ensure the leeches reach me as soon as they are collected, for they produce spittle only when alive.
Meet my expectations, and you shall be handsomely rewarded.
Fail me, and your suffering shall be a lesson for the rest.
Boyar Ambrus
