Elina would not return to the Elf Royal Court now, because returning at this moment would not garner attention, but instead, she might get 'shelved,' meaning she wouldn't be allowed to do anything.
She planned to study alone to see if she could find a way to solve the demon calamity.
Of course, if the Elf Royal Court had not caused the beast tide to sweep through the Elf Forest, then she wouldn't need to return to the court.
Hilia did not seem to care much about this.
Helping Elina with such matters was for the future, but now...
She proactively contacted Melina to inform her about the beast tide.
Melina nodded to show her understanding.
Then, she also went to the vicinity of the contamination source to observe secretly.
The first day was calm.
The Elf King issued orders for the Royal Court Guard to come to the vicinity of the contamination source, temporarily granting command authority to Louis.
