Aletha had been informing them how Arabella was doing so they at least knew she was alright.
Arabella was relieved to be able to verify that she had, indeed, only misunderstood them in her past life.
Ferdinand put a hand on his chest and bowed his head ever so slightly for a second as a show of respect t his in-laws.
This gesture made the other royals present, flinch and conclude they indeed, needed to be on Lobelius' good side now since they had the backing of the Empire.
The pleasantries were done before Arabella and Ferdinand were ushered to where they would be staying.
For safety purposes, Raymond had sent a letter to Medeus months ago that the accommodation for the whole Valerian party to be separate from everyone else. Thus, their accommodation was in a building where their knights could surround the entire perimeter.
