Board Thread:Roleplay/@comment-28358106-20181111180537/@comment-28358106-20181113180346

"You... shouldn't apologize, Jorge," Regina says, her voice seeming detached and distant. Indeed, the Golem woman's normally buoyant features are sullen and drawn, as the in easing worry has now worn her down to a shadow of her usual self.

She adjusts Gemmi on her lap before continuing. "You helped in every way that you could. I know Thomas hasn't yet said so, but I know he appreciates---"

The knock at the door cuts her off. Holding Gemmi, she rises, as does Aurum, but they don't move very quickly. Baku gives the order to open the door, and Brad beats them to it.

The door is opened, revealing the Reptile King. A few heads turn and look, but nobody reacts. Sullen faces and distant expressions look away again. Only Aegis seems steady, as she extends a wing and pulls Kioshi in wordlessly.

"I'm guessing you heard, Majesty, " Regina says to Rep, walking to the front door, her voice uneasy and worn. "I know you're concerned, but this...isn't a good time for a visit. I don't want that cat woman here, and I know she follows you around..."

A look of distaste crosses her face, but she doesn't even seem to have the energy to go further.

"Mother..." Aurum starts, gently.

"I don't want anyone here. Too many people are here already, and Thomas needs to concentrate..." Her brow furrows as she adjusts her hold on Gemmi.

"Just let him in," Aegis pipes up, annoyed. "Not like this is a party or anything."