After the imperial staff announced the arrival of the empress, Empress Vilena came from behind the main balcony. Once her figure could be seen by all of the guests, every one of them without exception bowed to her.
"We greet Your Majesty."
All of them said it simultaneously. Even if the opposition faction members felt reluctant at this moment, they had to do it. Empress Vilena smiled as she saw all the opposition faction members, especially Grand Duke Freindor, bow his head to her. That man was the only one who dared to openly show disrespect to her in normal settings.
Because of the people's support, he seemed much bolder and did not worry that she would do something to him.
However, it seemed he could still think clearly for his own best interest today, which was unfortunate for her, as she had hoped he would create a commotion in front of Sylphia. That would have made it easier for her to get rid of him.
