Raegar watched the Sunfire Duchess smile before he turned his gaze to Elise, who looked nervous while introducing her mother. ''This is Hilde Northwood, Duchess of the Northern Lands and the Frost Witch of Dawnfire.''
''A pleasure to meet you as well, Duchess,'' he greeted the blonde woman.
Hilde's smile grew wide as she exclaimed in shock. ''The Tetraarch is real! I can't believe the rumors are true. The Aether King walks Sylvara once again.''
Raegar looked at the older blonde woman, who lowered her head in respect. ''Raegar Blackwood. The Northwood House will always come to aid you in your battles. As the first Tetraarch to walk Sylvara, we want to make sure your enemies cannot harm you.''
''Mother!'' Elise exclaimed.
The others looked confused, but Hilde explained. ''It will become clear in the future. Just know, Raegar, you have friends among the nobles.''
''Thank you,'' he replied, making the older woman smile.
