"Welcome to Eldranor, Regent Razeal."
The Elven Queen's voice came from just ahead of him as Elessa slowly turned around, her long hair shifting softly with the fresh breeze flowing through the forest. A warm, welcoming smile rested upon her face, carrying an unmistakable pride that she didn't even try to hide. There was anticipation there too, mixed beneath it with the smallest trace of worry that only appeared for a moment in her eyes before disappearing behind that proud smile.
Whatever concerns she and Aurelion had shared about bringing Razeal here, this was still her land. Her home. And standing here, surrounded by the living beauty of Eldranor, it was almost impossible for her not to look proud while welcoming someone into it.
"I hope your stay here will be.." Elessa paused. Her eyes flickered over Razeal's face. Then toward where he was looking. Her smile twitched slightly. He hadn't heard half of what she said.
Razeal was simply standing there.
