Kapitel 1776: Terms

Emery's knew full well the weight of his actions and was prepared to face the aftermath. His open admission, resembling a knight laying down his sword, sent ripples of emotion throughout the room. The Kronos faction, in particular, reveled in his submission, their faces lit with smug satisfaction. Murmurs and chuckles of victory hummed among them, their eyes glinting with a mix of malice and glee.

On the other hand, Emery's allies bore expressions of unease, silently communicating their shared anxiety and disbelief. They had hoped for a more strategic approach, perhaps one filled with arguments and defenses, rather than what seemed like a white flag of surrender.

However, the response from the Grand Magus Emissaries was more measured. The leading emissary nodded with a slight upward curl of his lips, almost as if he had expected this from Emery.