Kaelen placed his hand firmly over his chest and straightened his posture, his voice carrying a respectful weight. "I am honoured to meet you again, alive and well, Professor Delphine," he said sincerely.
Though they had not shared many conversations, Delphine's words from the past had stayed with him, lessons she had given when he had been reckless and rude.
She was always a good Professor to everyone.
Delphine smiled weakly at his seriousness. Her gaze shifted slowly until it met Liora's. Liora stood with her arms folded, her expression stern and unreadable, watching Delphine with quiet intensity.
Liora nodded once. "It has been a while," she said evenly, her tone restrained yet not unkind.
That was all she offered, no more, no less.
Delphine nodded back, her smile soft and understanding. "Yes… It has been a while."
Aria stepped forward next, a gentle smile forming on her lips. "Professor… no, Ms. Delphine," she corrected herself softly.
