This sudden action caught Ranunculus's attention, making him raise an eyebrow.
Just as he was about to speak, Marzana lifted off her hood, revealing her features.
The old elf seemed pleasantly surprised, "I did not expect that you would have an elf in your midst, Ms. Aurelia—-"
"I'm back, Sir Ranun." The elven girl said, not letting him finish his words.
Ranunculus immediately squinted his eyes, feeling something amiss.
The elven girl before him had something in her voice.
Pride.
And it was not simple arrogance nor confidence.
It was a kind of pride that could only be sensed within those elves with the holiest of bloodlines.
An instant was all it took for Ranunculus to recognize the girl before him.
"I humbly beg your pardon for my oversight, Lady Marzana. I did not recognize you at first glance. It has been many years since we last had the honor of your presence. Your return is most welcome."
He said as he immediately stood up with an apologetic expression on his face.
