Kaelara’s gaze flicked to Ludwig, her eyes narrowing slightly as she took in his fidgety demeanor. For a moment, she simply regarded him, her expression unreadable. When he extended his hand, she looked at it, then back at his face, before finally shaking it in a firm, brief grip. "Kaelara," she replied, her voice even. Her eyes lingered on his for a fraction of a second before she released his hand, her attention already drifting back to the preparations. She didn’t bother to comment on his abrupt departure, simply watching him go with a detached air. Her focus shifted to the captain, who was busy giving final instructions to his soldiers. She listened intently, her eyes never leaving his face.