“We thank Her Excellency for her praise, but we weren’t the ones who held back the Invaders from World’s End,” the Queen of the Drows said in a respectful tone. “It was these Humans and their comrades who faced off against the Monster Invasion. When we arrived, the battle was already over.”
“I see…” Lady Hecate nodded. “Even so, well done. Regardless of the result, all of you still reacted quickly to defend our world from the Invaders. Your intention itself is commendable.”
Hecate then shifted her gaze to Godfrey, who was also facing her and kneeling like a knight.
“Son of Vlad, I didn’t think that we would see each other again,” Lady Hecate said.
“I had the same thought, Your Excellency,” Godfrey replied with a smile. “But these Humans defeated me in battle, and according to our contract, I was to escort them here to World's End to see you.”
“Train more, son of Vlad,” Lady Hecate stated. “Dark times are up ahead. You need to ensure that you will not lose again so easily.”