Twilight brought with it a handful of people standing at the portal waiting for it to appear.
Jana and Theo, as well as Alfric and Pearla were all standing near the three willows, chatting quietly amongst themselves.
Standing apart from them, imbued with renewed resolve and determination was an agitated Daran.
Jana and Theo had to make an appearance at the Queen's Court at least twice a week to keep Tinsel Pomfrey in the loop as to the current status of the King and Queen, along with their parents.
Alfric and Pearla had to check on their own children and the lands and businesses they kept. With Alfric mostly healed, it was as good a time as any to return home.
And Daran.
Well, Daran had to go back to his home in Citrine and face the wrath of his family. There was no more chickening out of this visit. He had reached the end of the procrastination road.
