"Oh," the Prince said in surprise. "Please come in." 

The guards pushed closed the gates behind them with a grinding clap. It needed at least four men to open and close such a magnificent gateway. One would need a starship cannon to be able to penetrate its thick metallic plating, though of course it was embroidered with exquisite artwork with curvaceous images of tales long past. Aiden kissed Junebug's hand, and greeted the other two.

Inside, Aiden's hall was even more elaborately decorated than their were. Large statues of heroes took the role of pillars, holding the ceiling up with, as if with the strength of their legends. Shining clear diamonds were embedded along their necks; items Neil could live forever off of if he would but get his hands on one or two of them. The seats and table was lavish and comfortable all at once, and there were three great hearths compared to their hall's one. Behind Aiden, servitor drones floated back and forth, cleaning and furnishing the place.

"Are you ok, my prince?" Taya asked him once they had walked in, clearly not knowing how to comfort him, or if he would even appreciate such a gesture. 

"Yes, considering." Aiden said, letting out a breath. He wore a handsome top covered by a cloak that gave him a rakish quality. "I feel worse about my parents, and how this could be my fault." The Prince lamented. Neil gave him an understanding look. He knew what it was like to feel as if you were responsible for the death of a loved one. The pilot glanced at the ceiling for a moment, marvelling at the intricate carving of the artistic curves. 

"Have you scanned the ceiling, your highness?" 

"What?" 

"If someone's after you, they might have a bug or a camera up there." 

It took Aiden a moment to process his words, and when he did he ordered one of his servitor drones to fly upwards and scan. It found nothing, but the prince had to ask. "Why would you believe there would be something up there?" 

"Because that's what I would do."  
[@Penny]