It has been a while since Hilma's attempt to end her own life. Maria often stayed with her, and so did the rest of her group, to ensure that she would not hurt herself. At first, even Regalia wouldn't leave her side; however, as the cost of Elenaria resumed commerce, she had to return to work with both Mercedes and The Twin following her along.
After everything she'd been through, her recovery had been slow, but sure enough, with each passing day, it felt like things were getting easier to bear. Alas, she could not help but accept that her nephew's death was brought upon him by himself. The same went for Astra, and if anything, that woman was more to blame for what happened than Regalia.
