"It's progress. It all just takes time," Riku commented, also keeping in mind that Beatrice shouldn't be trusted after what just happened. eh then followed Mickey back out to the hallway again.
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Again, they were back inside the mansion, going down a long hallway as Maria lead the way. During this, Kaika wondered on how this Beatrice was going to be. While following, Kaika peeped at her phone, seeing no messages from either Nero and Peyton. She only sighs to herself before putting it away. Soon, Maria walked up to a single door that ruined the reputation of the hallways, and opened the door by just a bit.

"Um...Lady Beatrice? Can we come in?" Maria asked as she poked her head through the small crack. As if she managed to hear the silent response, Maria opens the door wide open for the group.