Their group at last arrived at the entrance of the castle, where Chris noticed Prince Andrius and Prince Drake standing in anticipation, ready to welcome them. Chris was the first to dismount from his horse and then extended his hand to assist Elsa in dismounting as well.
Prince Andrius furrowed his brow briefly and then whispered to his younger brother, "Do you suppose she might be Hera?"
"I highly doubt it," Prince Drake responded. "Hera ran away from him, so I'm certain she wouldn't willingly go with Prince Christopher."
Elsa retained her scarf over her head and kept her head lowered, deliberately avoiding the gaze of the two princes, recalling her mother's prior advice.
"We are delighted to welcome you back, Prince Christopher," Prince Andrius greeted. "And who is the lady you've brought with you?"