The four youths took an hour to return to the carriage area. It was later than planned, as the day had almost ended, making it difficult to traverse the dark terrain.
Thankfully, they had the owl to help guide the team with its useful night vision. It would rise into the sky from time to time and lead them towards the carriage area.
The trip back in the carriage was quiet, as everyone was far too tired, with many thoughts keeping them busy.
Chloe sat near the window, her thoughts shifting between her newfound friendship and her duty to the kingdom.
On one hand, she worried about the future of the kingdom and the heavy financial toll the war was causing. On the other hand, she had her new responsibility as Logan's knight and saw how helping him could potentially benefit the kingdom's future, even if he wasn't the most liked hero.
