"You are a good soldier," the General Queen promised. "I am sure this visit has been taxing on you. I will leave you to your devices. Rest, if you need it. And know that if you ever need me, I will make time for you."
She would rather he reach out to her than she reach out to him; by the time Laurelite had to get involved, it was usually too late. She would have truly hated to see Labyrinthite lose himself. He had potential. She saw it, and he must have, too.
The Negaverse would utilize it, one way or the other.
With one last little smile and wave, she left the General's apartment.
She had scared him enough for one day.
Laurelite didn't think he'd need a reminder of his mistakes for quite some time.