Aurelion assessed the situation for a moment. Brynja was here... So his time was up, and probably well past it.
Even with Roric absent, the scrutiny continued. A slight sense of unease passed through him. But there was no panic. He remained calm.
An expression mixed with slight fatigue and the seriousness of returning from an important place settled on his face.
Brynja stood directly in front of him. "Your visit, it seems... was extended, Aurelion. You've considerably exceeded the time you were given. It's my duty to look after you in the Captain's absence, and I needed to know where you were."
"I apologize, Lady Brynja. I truly didn't realize how time passed. I had gone upon Clan Leader Viggo's invitation and... Lady Eira and Falkar were so kind, they showed me the arena where the Ranking Battles are held. You should have seen the speed of those warriors, that silver energy! Their techniques... I asked so many questions, learned so much..."
