"I'm listening," Egon encouraged.
"...I went there under the impression that you would either be there or would join us. I even asked him about your whereabouts prior to boarding the ship, but he provided no answer,"
Her tone took on a defensive edge against her wishes. She took a deep breath, attempting to calm herself.
"He was waiting for me at the harbor, and in my fascination with the magical manifestation of the metallic object, I failed to realize that it was a one-way entry and exit," she said with regret. "None of it would have happened if I had only asked the coachman to accompany me."
Egon nodded. "You should be surrounded by more responsible individuals who proactively offer you guidance in moments like these. Continue."
