"There's no need for that." Rowena had quietly let herself down to the underground chambers at some point during the scuffle. She'd heard enough to know where this was going and a lady as intelligent as her knew what the smarter option would be.

"I am not lost and I can see myself into my frame." To those suggesting they set out a party for her. With everyone else in surrender mode, what chance did she hope to have of taking this school on her own? With her portrait burned, she didn't even stand a chance of existing. Better her to remain giving wise counsel than for them to paint another that may not have been up to par.

"If you'll excuse me." Delicately, the woman moved about the group until she was stood before her frame. She took a deep breath, relishing the strange feeling for the last time before making her way back into her portrait.

"We could have done without the shameless display." Her latter statement was directed at Helga in regards to the men. Honestly, they were more like children sometimes.