After the banquet, the guests, knowing Ariana Thorne wasn't up for a lively celebration, sensibly bid farewell without causing a ruckus in the bridal chamber.
Ariana originally wanted to stay and chat with Shea Thorne, but Marcus Morgan suddenly received a call requiring him to immediately return to Port Valen to assist with a student drill.
This drill involved confidential matters, so Marcus, who initially could stay a few more days, had to leave on a flight tonight.
"I have to leave tonight and won't be able to stay with you for now." Marcus apologized to Ariana Thorne, but she didn't seem upset: "You'll have a hard time in Kingscrest, I'll try to come back before the baby is born."
Not knowing when he could return this time, Marcus could only promise to the best of his ability.
With Milo Sinclair and Shea Thorne taking care of her here, he felt reassured.
