"Ellyn, get down. Your mother's here," Hazuki said, tugging at her foot.
"Eeek! Don't pull my leg, mou!!" Ellyn yelped, squirming before puffing her cheeks in protest.
Hazuki sighed and released her leg, while Faria, unable to hold back any longer, rushed forward.
"Ellyn!" Faria wrapped her arms around her tightly. "I'm so glad you're safe… I'm sorry it took so long to find you."
Ellyn hugged her back, her tail curling slightly from relief. "Mm… don't worry. I was saved by Hazuki."
Hazuki rubbed his chin, tilting his head slightly.
"Ellyn?"
"Hmm?" she blinked innocently.
"I wonder…" Hazuki muttered, his brows furrowing.
"Hmm? What is it?" she asked, confused.
Hazuki looked between Faria and Ellyn, then crossed his arms. "If a mother's daughter went missing or in danger… shouldn't the mother be angry first before crying and hugging?"
Ellyn froze, her ears twitching nervously. Faria also stiffened mid-hug, while the knights exchanged nervous looks behind her.
