"Where is His Majesty the Emperor? Why hasn't he welcomed us?" Naomi Vonstein emerged from the teleportation gateway, spreading her arms wide with a broad smile before embracing V. "How have you been, Empress? Thank goodness, you look well."
"Welcome aboard." Valeska retorted as she descended from the main palace's pillar-lined veranda, returning Naomi's greeting with a radiant smile.
She welcomed the ruling couple of the continent Sellia, Digris Northlandic, along with their exceptionally good-looking children. "I'm blessed, thanks for asking. I'm absolutely delighted to have you here as my esteemed guests."
Maeve Vonstein hugged Vienna tightly. "Snow White, I've missed you, Empress."
The warm embrace caught off guard, Valeska held Maeve close, gently stroking her hair and then her soft, baby-smooth cheek. "I've missed you too. You're growing up now. I can feel your strength growing—and your bright future ahead. I've prepared plenty of exciting games for us."
