Hmph... Is that a smudge? One could hardly call this perfect.
Fortunately, it is not perfection I sought of you, but pure, single-minded devotion to the craft. And from the moment I took this ringband in hand, I knew you had not let me down.
Clearly, you possess a keen understanding of the ideal ringband. The boarskin─light, sturdy, and resistant to friction─is reinforced by steel links to afford protection without weighing down the wearer.
Clumsily crafted ringbands have been known to distract those that would wield magic. Yours, however, are so well balanced that one might forget that she is wearing anything at all.
This is a true accomplishment of leatherworking, and will serve as a clarion wake-up call to any loafer content with churning out substandard work.
I will be honest with you, Forename. When you first came stumbling through our doors, I reckoned I'd have an easier time making you into a saddle than a respectable leatherworker.
How pleased I am to have been proven wrong. You have risen to the challenge and become a model to the entire guild. Which reminds me...
I have spoken to you of the Gridanian exhibition, yes? The day of opening draws near, and I must devote myself fully to producing our new line of leather fashions.
As this will afford me little time to devote to everyday affairs, I require someone to handle the more demanding commissions until the exhibition has come and gone. I have decided that you are the man for the job.
That's right─your next task will be to serve as my personal assistant. Don't even think about neglecting your training. Is that clear?