The following morning, Asmodeus entered the council chamber. Several military reports covered the enormous table. Serena stood beside Alice, examining the latest intelligence. Velvet had already joined them after breakfast. Valena followed Asmodeus through the open doors.
"Good, everyone's here," Serena said, looking up. "We've finished reviewing the remaining Imperial positions."
Alice placed several documents before the Emperor. Most enemy facilities had already been secured. Their surviving agents were fleeing towards Grigor. Others had abandoned their equipment and identities. However, two military detachments remained unaccounted for.
"These soldiers haven't returned to the mainland. Our scouts believe they're hiding among mercenaries."
Asmodeus examined the reports before nodding slowly. "Have the regional commanders deal with them. I don't want another week wasted here."
