The trip from Giruvegan to Stigma was uneventful. That was the way Grant usually preferred it, as he knew once they would return they would need to compare notes with Jaakuna and Emiri. He was actually rather impatient, as a thought had crossed his mind that perhaps Emiri had discovered the fate of her family. He didn't really want to mention it, feeling that it wasn't quite his place, but he seemed to get more uneasy they closer they got. 

Once they would begin to walk the streets of Stigma, the streets were very quiet, all things considered. Where was everyone? A similar thought would cross Nadeline's mind until the group would see people gathered along the main streets of Stigma. The princess didn't like the look of it at all, and after managing to push her way to the front, she let out a gasp. A funeral line was made, coming from both the castle and the hospital. The amount of casualties suffered from the mine explosion was staggering, and much worse than she had anticipated.

Grant closed his eyes, offering a silent prayer to the fallen, though once he opened his eyes, he would look to Wesley and Savayna. "[b][color=92278f]Heading to the castle would be the best thing to do right now.[/color][/b]" He suggested quietly. "[b][color=92278f]If there was ever a time for Archadia to strike, it would be now. Or perhaps Reia will take advantage and go to war, claiming this incident as reason enough?[/color][/b]"

Nadeline's eyes widened as she looked to Grant. "[b][color=fdc68a]No. If I can help it I will not allow it.[/color][/b]" She stated, though she would then weave around the people, running to the castle.

"[b][color=92278f]Don't run ahead![/color][/b]" Grant called out, breaking into a run after her.

[i][color=fdc68a]Reia cannot be so foolish. A good quarter of our military division was near the mines. Even if Reia were to convince the Council, Dalmasca would have none of it. Roman wouldn't be able to do nothing, either![/color][/i]. Nadeline let out a huff as she reached the palace gates. "[b][color=fdc68a]Nadeline of Rozarria has arrived! Open the gates![/color][/b]" She stated to the guards. Without hesitation, they would open for her, and she would run inside.

Grant would stop at the gates, heaving in deep breaths. "[b][color=92278f]Nade--line...slow...down...[/color][/b]" He huffed, his hands on his knees. He had no idea where her sudden burst of energy had come from, considering that she had gotten more injured than he had. "[b][color=92278f]We...we should be regrouping, not running off![/color][/b]" He let out a sigh as he straightened up.

Nadeline wouldn't stop despite her legs now aching. She skidded to a halt outside of Reia's office, placing her hands on the door. At that moment, Karolina would spot her. "[b][color=f26522]Nadeline? You're back?[/color][/b]" She asked, walking to her. "[b][color=f26522]What...what happened to you?[/color][/b]" She asked, clearly noticing the princess' many injuries.

"[b][color=fdc68a]Mother! Where is the Empress?[/color][/b]" She asked urgently.

"[b][color=f26522]Reia is in a meeting with the Council, things are...hectic, to say the least...[/color][/b]" Karolina said, leading her away from the door. "[b][color=f26522]Your father should be back soon with Jaakuna and Emelia as well.[/color][/b]" That was all Nadeline needed to hear. Without so much as a word, Nadeline ran off towards her father's garage. "[b][color=f26522]Nadeline! Nadeline, wait![/color][/b]" She called, though she would then see a panting Grant followed by Wesley and Savayna. "[b][color=f26522]Goodness, what happened to you all?[/color][/b]" She asked, clearly worried.

"[b][color=92278f]A very long story, Lady Karolina.[/color][/b]" Grant said between breaths. "[b][color=92278f]Although I feel I am to pass out at any moment, do you happen to know where Nadeline went?[/color][/b]"

"[b][color=f26522]I told her Lorenzo would be back with Jaakuna and Emelia, and she went running off![/color][/b]" Karolina sighed. "[b][color=f26522]She was certainly in a rush...[/color][/b]"