When Edward arrived at Lioren Skyport, he immediately noticed another vessel waiting on the neighboring platform.
The moment Edward's airship settled into place, the soldiers standing beside the second vessel moved forward. They wore the formal armor of Tarmias House Knights.
Their first attention went to Layla.
"Lady Tarmias."
They bowed respectfully.
Then Edward stepped down from behind her.
The knights saw him, and their expressions changed. Every one of them placed a hand over his chest and lowered his head.
"My Lord."
"He is a King," Layla reminded them lightly. "Do not forget that."
The knights stiffened.
"Your Majesty," they corrected immediately.
Edward gave them only a brief glance before looking toward Layla.
"It would have taken too long for us to return to Clover with you and then leave again," Layla explained. "So I asked my brother to send an airship for us."
Edward looked at the Tarmias vessel.
"You are quite prepared."
He said, appreciating the gesture.
