Aegis pushed through the manor doors, exhausted and covered in a thin layer of forest grime.
The journey back had been uneventful, which was almost suspicious. No monsters, no bandits, no surprise complications. Just three people walking back to Rosevale with a magical crystal in a bag.
[I'll take the win. My life has enough chaos without adding random encounters.]
Evelyn appeared from somewhere in the east wing, looking as composed as ever despite the ongoing repairs.
"Lady Starcaller. Welcome back. Should I have the maids prepare a bath?"
"Please. And some food. Whatever's easiest."
"Of course."
Scarlett and Kanna headed toward the barracks area where their rooms were, though they weren't quite fixed enough to sleep at.
[Okay, how's Rosalie doing?] Aegis wondered. [Let's take a look.]
Aegis made her way to the workshop, pushing open the door.
