The emperor stared at Theo for a long moment, and all Theo did was hold his gaze calmly, his eyes stray and mature.
"Your affinity is 'Evolution'… I remember that," the emperor murmured, resting a hand on his face as though deep in thought, or perhaps just too shocked.
"I know we took a very drastic measure due to the academy situation, Your Majesty," Theo said, bowing slightly. "And I sincerely apologize for what we have done."
The emperor glanced at the baron, who merely sighed, then looked back at Theo before a quiet chuckle escaped his mouth.
"You really are very different from your father… just like when we first met three years ago, Theo Merrick."
He continued, his tone light but meaningful.
"Just like how we are talking right now, your father could have asked for an audience with me rather than taking you to a gate without authority."
Then, his eyes sharpened slightly.
"But it seems you benefited greatly from that decision. You are already at level 10."
