Early mornings would be best, I believe. It's less likely people will be awake at that time.

[And less likely to get caught by a very vicious cleg.

Her smile vanishes and the look on her face is solemn]

I am sorry your children have been brought here. It must be difficult for any father to see their children embroiled in war.

[For a moment, Elincia wonders if her father had felt the same the day he died. She dismisses the thought. She was too old to be pondering such things. She closes her eyes and sighs]

I can lend my voice. Perhaps my experience with this land will offer newcomers a different perspective from what the fairies have told them. But I will still leave the castle regardless. Whether it will be a permanent venture or not remains to be seen. But I have a good friend who was brought to the other castle and I must see him again.

[Her expression softens a little]

Of course, should any harm come towards any civilians, I will be glad to offer my staff and sword to protect them.