The arena began to empty as the crowd dispersed, the excitement of the Beast Battle fading into murmurs of conversation and laughter.
Aeric walked out of the main stadium like building with Sylver trotting beside him, and Celestia closer to his hand, moving her gaze between him and the departing audience.
As they moved toward the Royal Institution's gates to leave, Aeric's loyal friend descended from the stands.
He turned to his left and saw her coming down, Delva's elegant strides carried her toward them. Her arms were at both sides like a marching soldier and her steel eyes were on Aeric but also flickering to Celestia.
She had a look on her face that was something between admiration and amusement. Aeric could see that was taunting him for his attempts to make up with Celestia.
He stopped, causing Sylver and Celestia to stop as well, and Delva arrived in front of them.
