As soon as they were done, the emperor tilted his head slightly, and the next moment, the door opened again, and everyone was brought back inside.
Many of them looked at Theo and the baron as if they personally had a grudge with them since birth.
"I have decided to send Theo Merrick to the royal capital for an evaluation."
His voice remained calm but firm.
"This information should not get outside this seating, and in return, the results will be shared with everyone present."
Murmurs rippled through the hall yet again, and all Theo could do was wait and remain silent while still on his knees.
He felt a twinge of guilt for his attendants, who had been kneeling for nearly an hour.
"But your majesty, are you certain about this?" the same irritating noble chimed in again.
Theo was sure that the guy was going to be reprimanded this time, but even for him, the emperor showed an amused smile.
"Why is that?" he asked.
