Thomas came down the other corridor through the castle that intersected the route from the west end before the great hall, and when Gareth saw Thomas, the half-elf quickly dashed out of view behind a column, as if, outside of Thomas's peripheral vision, he could sense Gareth's presence. Harker thought negative thoughts at the sight of the man. After Sir Morgan entered, he followed suit, some time afterwards to avert association, and he neared Sophia. The boy circled Thomas and stood behind the princess with a hand on her shoulder, as if protecting her. "Ah, hello... my lady, I have returned." His actions were passive-aggressive, but so subtle as to avoid being deemed so. He did not acknowledge Thomas. "Feril, hello." He tipped his head to the courier.