While the tension of conflict between Duke Zohar and Duke Gamliel continued to rise, spreading death, fear, and unease throughout the imperial capital of the Great Ratholos Empire, the imperial palace remained indifferent without the slightest movement.
But despite the imperial palace's inaction, streams of news continued to flow inside, keeping Emperor Varan updated on the overall situation.
Emperor Varan listened to the reports from his Minister of Internal Affairs and Minister of Defence with a cold, detached expression. He didn't reveal the slightest concern for the two dukes who were his blood brothers. After all, their conflict had yet to reach the point where their blades were at each other's throats.
However, even if they were, it didn't seem like Emperor Varan would still concern himself with their wellbeing.
Emperor Varan only had one singular focus – the hidden force secretly stirring the chaos from the shadows.