The news of King Averon's disappearance spread quickly across Azmeria, and soon, the entire Vellmoria Empire knew about it. Since that day, the palace had been in chaos. Officials rushed back and forth through the halls, barely getting any rest as they tried to handle the urgent situation.
Edmund had already sent his envoy to Zerath Vi Vellmoria. Not long after, the Emperor responded by sending several important figures—an Imperial Inspector, a High-Ranking General, and an Imperial Envoy—to Azmeria to investigate what had happened.
"Your Majesty, this kind of crime requires a very long investigation since it involves important parties—"
Edmund suddenly stopped walking. He turned his head toward the Imperial Inspector, Varn, his gaze sharp and cold. "Fifteen," he said in a low voice.
