"Hmm, Kyle." As Pannis walked into the small living room, everyone stood up. Most of the people present could be considered Pannis's juniors, and given his past status as a heroic leader, even Warrensen from the Kingdom of Mages felt compelled to stand up to show his respect. However, the first to greet him was an Elf whom Catherine found completely unfamiliar, but who seemed to know Pannis very well. He frowned and said, "I heard that you've changed a lot since you've reappeared, and I didn't quite believe it. Now I see it's true. The old you would never have kicked in someone's door, let alone make such irritating remarks."