Stepping Up

"You don't have to, Iris... You can't... Not now, but maybe a little later, in a couple of weeks? Unless you want to face them again.." Arthur spoke softly and showed her the security footage of the castle gate. There were reporters crowded like ants around an abandoned toffee, around the gate. Even the entrance of the Northern Star HQ was covered with reporters expecting some scoop, making those who work there uncomfortable.

Am I troubling them? Talia felt bad. They all treated her very fondly when she visited them the previous day.

They are my people too, right? I can't let them suffer. But what can I do?

"It's chaotic outside. It's better if you lay low for now." he added. Talia nodded and stood up.