I thought about how Warren had left the palace once with me without telling anyone, and said he had done that in the past as well. I squeezed Theo's hand back and told both of them, “He may just need some time for himself. I wouldn't be too concerned. Theo, why don't you talk to the scout and I'll see if I can find Warren?" I gave him an understanding smile, doing my best to be supportive. “Alright," he said. Reluctantly, he gave me a quick kiss and left with Jake. I let out a sigh and slowly made my way back to the palace. A slithering sound in the leaves made me perk up my ears and I saw Perceval coming toward me. It immediately brought a big smile to my face. “Hey, Percy! It's been a while!" The snake slithered right up to me and coiled around my ankles. I smiled and bent down t