Ysvara's genuine smile lingered for a fraction of a second longer than strictly necessary before she finally spoke.
"That is all," she said softly.
The pressure in the chamber did not vanish, but it loosened, like a hand unclenching just enough to allow breath again.
Kael pushed away from the table and straightened to his full height. Even here, even now, his presence filled the space effortlessly. He looked between Albedo and Elara one last time, amber-gold eyes sharp with something that might have been anticipation.
"You have two days," the Demon King said. "Two days before this exchange concludes and you return to the Human Kingdom and your academy."
He turned slightly, gesturing vaguely in the direction of the palace beyond the chamber. "Nocturna is open to you."
Elara blinked. "Open… how?"
Kael's grin widened, teeth flashing, "Explore. Observe. Learn. Speak with whom you wish." His gaze sharpened. "Within reason."
