The carriage finally arrived at the palace compound, its rolling tyres coming to a halt near the tower's entrance where they resided.
Armel, who sat alongside the carriage driver, hurriedly descended and moved to open the door. The escorts dismounted from their horses, weary from the long and exhausting journey back from Rivendelle to Gantz.
Elis obediently stepped out as ordered as the door swung open, promptly positioning herself to the side. Her hands rested firmly on her stomach, and she slightly lowered her back forward as a sign of respect for the Mederian royal siblings, who alighted from the carriage followed by Rafe.
"You must all be tired from the journey. Take some time to rest," Kiev addressed his escorts, who gratefully bowed in respect to the Mederian Prince before moving forward to lead the horses to the stable.
Turning his attention to the silent Elis, who bowed to him without meeting his gaze, the Mederian Prince called in a soft voice.
