[RL With Peony: Return to Grand Chokmah]
[Jade was guided within the familiar city boundries by the soldiers. Led in the direction of the audience room, he came forward, looking as unperturbed as ever. He bows out of habit, although it is rather half-hearted. A nagging feeling is tugging at him as he wonders about whether or not he should have really left the others alone in the forest. He straightens his back and looks up to Peony, his face giving away nothing, although his eyes portrayed a smug look.]
It has been far too long, your Majesty.