The crowd was so stunned by the queen's presence that they did not speak and struggled to line up properly.
The warp gate opening resumed. Elora was walking toward her carriage with a doubtful expression.
Earlier, she felt a presence inside and decided to investigate.
Thorn's heart skipped a beat as Elora approached the carriage; he could see her shoulder from outside the door, and her hand was reaching for the door when Nalia suddenly called out.
"Your Majesty, it's our turn to pass through the warp gate."
Elora's hand fell to her side as she turned. "Alright, let's go."
A wave of relief washed over Thorn; he wiped the sweat from his brow and patted his chest to steady his pounding heart.
He was almost caught, if not for Nalia's interruption. 'I'll treat her a little nicer.'
Thorn slumped onto the bed, deciding to lie low and hold his breath until they reach their destination.
