Ulki assumed Rhys would be expecting a brilliant and stunning answer. Honestly, he knew he would probably do nothing out of the ordinary.

"I plan to resume my duties to the king," he answered. While Tibarn was fully capable of serving his kingdom without the presence of his second aide, it was always a good thing for him to return and recommence his duties to the hawk king. He didn't add that he enjoyed seeing the two of his close friends; it was an unnecessary detail.