The massive seated figure who had been watching the entire exchange in silence finally spoke.
"That's enough."
Celestial Cloud stopped instantly. Emery turned toward the throne and offered a respectful bow, waiting for his next words.
The Stellar Beast Emperor regarded him for a long moment, offering a brief, measured acknowledgment of the improvement he had displayed before shifting the conversation.
"You met with the Tortoise Emperor. Tell me what happened."
Emery gave a brief account of the gathering—the White Sage's arrival, the mediation, and everything that had followed. The Beast Emperor listened with obvious interest before speaking.
"That turtle usually stays in seclusion. It's a wonder he gets involved in these things."
