Backlash
With a gust of wind Hao Xuan landed back near the city gates with Claudia in tow.
"Hey, where are your princesses?" he grabbed the nearest city guard that happened to be passing by.
The guard took one look at Hao Xuan and Claudia before pointing them in the direction of the healers.
"Thanks."
With a newfound urgency, Hao Xuan strode through the crowd of refugees until he found Princess Helena talking to one of the Elders.
"Helena, we need to talk," he called out to her.
The Elder swiftly turned towards him with a deep frown while Princess Helena was more surprised than anything.
"Lord Hao Xuan, you're back!" she was beaming.
Hearing her call out his name the Elder's expression became neutral as he turned around and immediately walked away without saying a word.
"Sorry, was that not a good time?" Hao Xuan apologized for butting in but Princess Helena shook her head.
"No it's...nothing that can't wait. How can I help you?"