"By the Fury," he grumbles, clutching his head as he pulls himself up into his knees. Did that really just happen? He had no idea the Regent could exert such power over them.

It's a relief for the probing presence to be gone, but it doesn't make the situation any less humiliating.

"Aye. I've..." He trails off, not knowing what to say. The Regent's words are still ringing in his ears. "We've returned. For now."