Larkin only closed his eyes and hissed.
He had a feeling that something so urgent was behind this intrusion. There were only a few things that would make Miel force his way into the archduke's chamber especially when he had an inkling of what was bound to happen. The arrival of the demon emperor was one of them.
"I will meet you in a moment." Larkin begrudgingly answered. He could chase out the king but not the demon emperor. Multiple reasons included Albas's tolerable attitude towards him and regard to his authority in Ellis Plains. The demon emperor gave a sliver of respect, and so Larkin had to return it.
"Wait for me to return," Larkin whispered before kissing Artie again for a few seconds. He then moved away from her and left the baths. He picked up a new towel and wrapped it around him before heading to the chamber to fit into fresher clothes.
