Chapter 262: Chapter 263: Back to Basics Part 2

"Queen Ariana," Sampson approaches the edge of the pool in the Docking Station. He smiles warmly, a genuine greeting. "Welcome home."

"Thank you, Fychu," she nods in return as Chancellor Keller climbs off the Stancimis, offering her his hand. She takes it and dismounts, the guards moving around her in a protective huddle.

"I trust you had a good trip?" Sampson keeps to her side and the two start for the Great Hall. Chancellor Keller and the guards follow behind.

"It was very beneficial."

"Wonderful. I do not suppose you would have time - ?"

"The queen is on a very strict schedule at the moment," Chancellor Keller inches closer to Ariana. "She has only just returned and much needs to be done."

"Yes, of course...but you must be made aware that there was another attack near the city - "

"Another attack?" Queen Ariana stops and everyone halts with her. "When?"

"Two days ago."

"Why was I not notified of this?" She faces the chancellor.