They neared the palace, and after just a few more minutes, they were right in front of it.
Several soldiers stood guard, warding off all intruders, but when they spotted Melina, they immediately bowed.
"Greetings, Queen of the Pirates, Malinali Liesa," the soldiers said in unison. "Please follow us. We will lead you directly to His Majesty's chambers."
Yeah... That's the reaction I was expecting earlier, Rael thought to himself.
But just as they passed the gate, the soldiers abruptly halted and pointed their weapons at him.
"You are not someone we recognize, thus, you must wait outside."
"I'm not a dog," Rael replied with a sigh, turning to Melina. "Mind giving me a hand?"
Melina rolled her eyes. "Fine... He's with me. So is that little pipsqueak construct. If that's not enough, consider them part of my envoy."
The soldiers exchanged glances, and after a few moments, they nodded at Rael and Chop-E.
"Understood. You may pass."
"Thank you," Rael said, and caught up to Melina.
