"Yes, Your Highness," Sora replied, her voice tinged with respect and admiration. "We were dispatched to welcome you back and ensure your safe arrival."
"Sora, Peter, how did you get here before us?" Richard asked, curiosity evident in his voice.
Sora grinned and replied, "We took a shortcut through the eastern side of Sofia. It seems like we managed to avoid some of the obstacles that slowed you down, my prince."
Richard nodded, understanding the situation better. "And what did you manage to collect from the eastern side?" he inquired.
Peter chimed in, "We collected several powerful stones. They possess incredible energy, and we believe they can be harnessed to strengthen our defenses against any potential threat."
Adela looked intrigued. "That's impressive. The eastern side must hold some valuable resources."
