And there came the expected response. Of course she would not agree to postpone her trip or hand off any responsibilities. Part of it was the Mikaelson stubbornness but part of it was just Freya being herself. She was the typical eldest child. Stubborn and independent, foraging a path forward and, though it caused Elijah more than a bit of concern, it also stirred so much pride within him.
She had accomplished so very much, how could he be anything but proud of her. His hand shifted to rest over hers, squeezing it gently. Would a call every day make him feel at ease? Perhaps.
“Do you have room in your itinerary to do so?” He questioned. “To call all of us?” Because he was certain he wouldn’t be the only one who wished to hear from her. “I don’t wish to intrude on your invaluable work but....yes, it would make me feel better.”