But it was too late for slipping away unseen, for Galadriel stood on the balcony and turned to face them. "Mithrandir." she smiled warmly at Gandalf. "It has been a long time." her gaze then travelled over the grey wizard's shoulder to rest on Bane and Serena. "And to what end would Serena and Bane find themselves in Imladris?" she questioned with curiosity.