The next morning Penelope woke up at a fairly early hour. She stretched as the soft morning light stirred her from her peaceful sleep. Despite being a bit sleepy still, the knight did feel refreshed at least so she wasted no time in getting up and preparing for the day ahead, taking the time to unpack the items she had returned with. She also went ahead and changed, slipping on a clean pair of pants and new shirt. It was admittedly a bit nice to get out of the clothes she had been wearing, especially since they had grown rather dirty from all the traveling. 

Set for the day ahead, she stepped out of the room and headed down the corridor, making her way towards the Great Hall. She didn't make it very far from her own door when Tybalt rounded the corner and focused his gaze on her. She dipped her head politely to the captain and met him halfway as she noticed his wave. 

"Good timing, Vermillion." Tybalt grunted. "I was just about to stop by to tell you, you have day shifts for the next three days."

"Where am I positioned?" she asked. 

"Third floor, first hallway." Tybalt responded curtly. 

Penelope blinked in mild surprise. "That high up huh?" Since it was on the third floor, that meant it would be near the royal family. Usually only higher ranking or more experience guards took shifts there. Penelope didn't consider herself to be either of those so she was a bit caught off guard to suddenly not just one shift but three there.

"You and your father seem to be on good terms with the royal family so I see no reason not to put you there." Tybalt paused and crossed his arms over his chest. "Unless you'd prefer bottom floor."

"No, sir. Third floor is fine. Thank you." she said dipping her head respectfully. Tybalt just grunted and continued on his way. Penelope turned and did the same as she made her way to the Great Hall for breakfast. Stepping inside, she did a quick scan of the room for Crow or Naida. Having not seen the thief the day before, she hoped to be able to catch him at breakfast since it was unlikely she'd be around for dinner as she had a meeting with Alden and his father. Though she didn't spot Crow, she did spot Naida, who waved to get her attention. Hoping that she hadn't missed the viceroy, she headed over to join her friend, taking a seat across from her.