[Nar point of view]
When Sas and I heard the grim news, we rushed to the castle. I'm sure we're faster than the royal thunder unicorn of Amleth. We sprint through the streets as fast as we can, and given our reputation as heroes, the worried look on our faces, and the way we rush to the castle, it causes an uproar among the citizens, and rumor upon rumor is born.
"I'm sure you're worried about the young lady, but be aware of the trouble you're causing" [Ledang].
"All of us are having a hard time convincing the citizens of Amleth that all is well" [Mahsuri]
"It's getting out of control too fast. I'm amazed at your influence over this land" [Tiara].
"We are sorry" [Sas]
"Forgive us. The news of Diana's abduction is making our brains go haywire" [Nar].
The Empire is coming. The apocalyptic dragon awakens from its slumber. The rise of the Devil King. Bomb planted in various government offices. All of this is nothing but a rumor, born of us sprinting through the streets. Even Queen Amleth and her two princesses had to reassure the citizens, and now
"I am at a loss for words. Surely you know your status as a hero, don't you?" [Amleth]
"Do you have any idea how panicked the citizens were?" [Cardinal Davis]
(I guess this shows how they really spoiled Diana) [Kara]
(It's tiring having to calm down the citizens just because of those two...) [Mara]
Queen Amleth and Cardinal Davis continue to scold us. I'm sure they've done their best to control the situation. Once again, I realize the need for proper etiquette given our position. Just one action on our part can cause an uproar.
Everyone gather in the great hall above the castle. By everyone, I mean everyone. I'm sure the initial audience of this meeting is just a few of us, but because of the ruckus we're causing, it has expanded and even the Ministry of Defense has come. I'm sorry. I'm really sorry.
After Queen Amleth herself explained everything about the ruckus, the minister left, clearly annoyed. I wanted to apologize to the fat minister, but seeing how he just walked out, I missed the chance. Some of the knights, curious, decided to stay. Others, including high-ranking nobles and scholars, were divided. Some wanted to stay, while others wanted to leave. At the end of the day, the great hall was filled with numerous people.
"My brother and Diana? Are they really kidnapped?" [Marianne]
"That's what Teacher Merlin said, though we're still waiting for her" [Kara]
"Teacher Merlin loves to fool around, but I'm sure this isn't one of her usual antiques" [Mara].
As I look around, Master Smith Brokkr, a dwarf known throughout the continent for his work, taps me on the back. He's taller than the average dwarf, though still shorter than a human. He's muscular, and his beard, half gray and half brown, is well trimmed. He's a grumpy dwarf, as usual. He usually spends his time in his workshop, which is heavily locked, but our little sister loves to find a way to play in his workshop. It's a mystery how Diana is able to do this, but since she's able to break into the workshop, Brokkr just lets her do it.
"That lads sure are trouble" [Brokkr]
"We are sorry for her antique" [Sas]
"That's fine. Cheeky sure, but still acceptable. Her wand is here with me, so save her and give it to her back" [Brokkr]
Diana's wand has received another upgrade. Now there's a special slot for high quality mana stones to be inserted into the wand. There are four in total, and one of them is imbued with the water stone she have recently received from the Sea Diamond Serpent.
The wand is such a work of art that everyone can't help but stare in awe. How Diana managed to convince the Master Smith to upgrade the wand is beyond me.
The knights and adventurers, even Jean herself, couldn't help but come closer and take a look at the wand. It's a wand that will surely rival any national treasure, that's for sure. Randy whistled and expressed his sincere opinion. Alaric, from a distance, stares in awe, although his face is one of a disinterested observer.
We take the wand and thank him. He doesn't really appreciate our gratitude, saying that it should come from Diana herself.
"Of course, we will rescue her and make sure she expresses her gratitude to you in person!" [Nar].
"We promised you that." [Sas]
As we said that, the witch Merlin enters the hall, bringing with her a special kaleidoscope.
"Sorry I'm late. Taking this out is much more than just a hassle" [Merlin].