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Meanwhile back at the upper levels of the royal palace, Judau still remains completely frozen as Dozle slowly forces open the door to the balcony separating them. Even as the light from Dozle's helmet flashes directly into Judau's eyes, the young man remains completely still as Dozle leans over him.

>Dozle:...And who the hell are you?
>Dozle Aide: Security! We need security in here, now!!
>Judau:...Your a big guy, aren't you?
>Dozle: Hah? I asked you a question, boy. I expect an answer-

Judau attempts to sway past Dozle, only for him to be hoisted off the ground by his wrist by Dozle's mechanical hand.

>Dozle: Are you going to keep making me wait?! Speak! Now-

Reacting in the only way he can think of in that moment, Judau winds back his free hand, slamming it against the metal plate on Dozles face. Wincing through the pain shooting from his hand, Judau simply locks eyes back with Dozles visor to gauge his reaction...only for a small chortle to begin clicking through Dozles throat, before devolving into a chaotic howl of laughter at Judau's strike.

>Mashymre: Lord Dozle!! I will be there soon to-
>Dozle: Hehehe...aren't we a scrapper? Did you come seeking Haman, just as Mashymre did before? You have the look of...someone who has struggled, but still has his pride. You missed your chance to claim her hand, but perhaps...there may be another you could find in service to me-
>Judau: I want my sister back, you freaking oaf! Leina Ashta! Give back my-
>Dozle: Leina? My sweet Mineva's new friend?

Hastily dressing herself, "Mineva" sprints out from her room half naked, her curiosity and a voice in the back of her mind drawing her to meet Leina's older brother. Rushing past "Haman", "Mineva" nearly knocks the Karn noble to her feet as she is escorted by two of her maids to finish being dressed for her wedding.

>Leina: Princess, wait for me!
>Serrana: What is going on? I know the Princess is usually excited, but not this much-
>Leina: My brother!