"Take them back to the courtyard," Anna told Levada. "I'll make the report."
Levada nodded, though her gaze lingered on the Ancient Tree.
Before either executor could leave, Marzana turned away from the trunk, her hand still resting against its damaged bark. "Does that mean something happened to Mother Yggdrasilia?"
"I don't know." Anna met her worried eyes before continuing, "Flonaralavenrosa couldn't hear her even before she was injured. We need to find out why."
Marzana slowly lowered her hand, unable to find any reassurance in Anna's answer. When Aeola approached to help her, she did not insist on staying.
Regis watched her lean against her companion before attempting to stand as well. His leg trembled beneath him, prompting Killian to hurriedly take his arm.
"Careful, Boss."
"I know…" Regis let out a tired breath and accepted his help. Even keeping his eyes open had become difficult, and the thought of walking back made him regret not resting a little longer.
