Morgana accompanied her father as they departed from the palace and returned home. Once settled, the maids served them tea before Morgana dismissed them all.
Eldrick, observing his daughter's demeanor, inquired, "Do you have a meeting with the emperor?"
Morgana nodded. "Yes, he'll summon me shortly."
Eldrick advised, "Ensure you persuade him that Caspian is merely seeking power. It's troubling enough that you've fallen out of his favor."
Morgana sighed, adding, "It's not just me. He hasn't summoned anyone from the harem either. I suspect something is amiss."
Considering her words, Eldrick mused, "Perhaps Oberon's potion is already taking effect."
Morgana shook her head. "I've told you before, it won't affect Lucian. Besides, he's been behaving this way for over a couple of weeks."
Seeking a solution, Eldrick inquired further, "Then how should we proceed to bring him down once and for all?"