Lord Evans marched through the foyer of the Norain Castle, his cape billowing behind him. He began to take off his red leather gloves as Kalara ran down the stairs with a huge smile on her face.
"Ixei!" Her feet moved so fast she practically floated down.
"Kalara!" He opened his arms, allowing her to jump right into them. He hugged her tight as she flung her arms around his neck.
"I missed you so much!" She said, nuzzling into him.
"And I, you. Now," He set her down, "What is it that I had to come so urgently? It was difficult to make arrangements such short notice. Is everything okay?"
Kalara nodded, "Yes, everything is fine. You don't need to worry."
His eyebrows furrowed for a quick moment before he let out an awkward laugh. "I see. You shouldn't summon me so frantically if things are fine. It's difficult for me, you know."
"Well, it IS urgent even though things are fine. Come! Mother, Father and I have exciting news to share with you!"
