He did not accelerate to his full capability, yet it barely took an hour to return to their starting point. Unlike before, Agnes had to clutch to him tightly, while [Void Shroud] protected them to have a smooth journey.
Midway, they encountered the Imperial prince advancing toward the core with his group of soldiers and nobles.
Although the source of all darkness had been claimed, the residual dark essence still made it difficult for them to see anything. The prince's group had not noticed them flying above, and he decided to avoid them for the time being.
After covering another great distance, Agnes decided it would be better if they did not exit together. She planned to join the prince later and go through the same loop with him again. She already had her excuses ready for why she had disappeared.