With Malakor's help, Soren arrived back in front of the secret room. Knight Aya was standing guard outside. He greeted her, and once Ethea opened the room, he entered.
As soon as he stepped inside, Princess Roya rose from her seat and bowed her head slightly. "Mr. Soren... I want to thank you for everything you've done. And... I owe you an apology as well. I misjudged you before, and I'm ashamed of it."
Soren blinked, as if confused by her words. "Apology? I'm not sure what you mean, Your Highness." He offered a polite nod, putting the etiquette he had just learned into use. "But I accept your thanks. I'm glad you're safe."
Roya opened her mouth as if to say more, but Soren had already turned to Ethea with a gentle smile. "Shall we take our leave, dear?"
Ethea smiled back and nodded.
"Please excuse us," Soren said to the princess.
"...Take care. I hope we'll meet again."
