<strong>"Thank you, thank you! You have my gratitude!"</strong>said Serena, obviously overjoyed.<br/><br/>Together, the princess and the mage began their walk to the church. As they walked, both of them began to once more feel the sympathetic 'pull' of the crystals, urging them onwards. It was strong - very strong. Serena could hardly believe it. Truly, this was fate drawing them all together! But as they got closer, the pair would hear what would sound like angry conversation.<br/><br/>As they moved up the path they'd see Raye and Makoto there. One, a raven-haired bandit of guile and cunning, the other, a righteous knight of iron will and unflinching loyalty. Serena had no idea who Raye was, but recognized Makoto instantly as one of the castle's guardians. Former guardians, actually. It was no longer her castle. The two of them seemed to be ready to do battle, the words exchanged growing heated.<br/><br/>Serena exchanged a worried glance with Ami and then tried to intervene. She stepped forward and held up her hands in a calming gesture before trying to get the attention of knight and bandit alike,<strong>"Please! Cease your fighting!"</strong>