As Pearl walked towards Innora, the difference in their height became more apparent.<br/><br/>"A gang of common<em>thieves</em>stole it on the way to this city!" said Pearl, her voice cold. "I really don't know who my father is more disappointed with for allowing this to happen, you or the Good Kings. He provides this city with so much, and they allow this act of disrespect? And then I come here to discuss recovery, and I find you idling in the inner sanctum?"<br/><br/>"Forgive me, my Lady!" spluttered Innora. "I...we had no idea! We did not think anybody would dare--"<br/><br/>She was cut off as Pearl's quick and precise slap sent Innora's head to the side.<br/><br/>"I did not come here for<em>excuses</em>--" began the God-Blood.