Inside the Imperial Palace, Emperor Alexander Phoenix publicly maintained neutrality.
But privately, he was secretly delighted.
After all, Arceus was practically family in his eyes. Arceus is the son of Western Silver, whose first cousin is Xander Cross, the brother-in-law of the Emperor. That means Kiara is also family, in the eyes of the Emperor.
As for the princes…
The Crown Prince, Darius Phoenix, no longer cared. Without House Silver's backing, Arceus possessed little political value now.
Magnus Phoenix maintained his usual stance of noninterference.
Still, he viewed Kiara as both a valuable business partner and, to some extent, a friend.
Thus, he felt genuinely happy for Arceus.
Third Prince, Kaelan Phoenix, remained outside the Empire handling diplomatic affairs.
And the Fourth Prince Gerrad Phoenix...
He simply had no interest in either of them.
Meanwhile…
Inside Wester Silver's residence in the Imperial City;
Morning tea was being served.
