The Grand Commander kept a dignified posture as he wordlessly led the group down the hall. Even though he had no intention to eavesdrop, nor did he particularly care what they were whispering about, it was hard not to overhear snippets of muted conversation beneath their regular chit-chat. There was a limit to how quiet a human voice could get, especially when standing right behind someone.<br/><br/>Vincent rolled his eye to himself at their hushed giggles and fake smiles. When Sukkana mentioned Gregal’s execution, he merely grunted out loud, glancing briefly over his shoulder so they could see his solemn eye patch.<br/><br/>“We’re here,” he said when they reached the chamber. The guards at the doors opened them to admit the group, which Vincent led inside.<br/><br/>“My Empress,” he announced to Eclypsia. “Here are the ones you wished to see.”<br/><br/>With that, he went to stand at the side of the room to observe the proceedings.