The journey back to the Phoenix castle was filled with silence and awkward gazes. Unsure what to make of the situation now, Haruki as well as Asuka were deep in thought pondering just how such a tragedy could've been avoided. However, what's done was done, and without the help of a godly user of time magic, none of it could ever be changed.
'I need to finish things here quickly, there's lots to do back at Laria too.' Having left his territory under Rose's watchful eyes, Haruki wasn't too concerned for its safety, but with Moriyana taking over the illegal businesses he could only imagine the kind of troubles he'd be returning to. 'I just hope she keeps her promise of keeping children out of it.'
Strolling in through the castle gates, the carriage stopped by the garden. While attempting to get out Haruki noticed Riley fencing with the guards again. The moment their eyes met, he drew his sword back into the cape before making his way toward the carriage.
