To meet with those who hold the kingdom’s power, one must be properly prepared. 

“Master, where are you going?”

“I’m just stepping out for a moment. I’ll be back soon.”

“…You’ll really be back soon, right...? You’re not going to disappear again, are you...?”

The elf’s voice trembled, filled with doubt.

Would Rivera wake up from her sleep? Elena spoke in a soft whisper, worried she’d be abandoned again, her voice shaking as she clutched her throat in fear.

“Don’t worry.”

Keyal took her trembling hand with his other, gently holding both her hands until her shaking subsided.

He closed …