"Prime Minister Mikazura is entering the throne room!"
Upon hearing this, Ryuuten, Ayamori, and Kaede turned simultaneously toward the throne room doors.
Prime Minister Mikazura entered, accompanied by two others—Nolan and Evalyn.
When Ayamori saw Nolan, her body trembled and her breathing turned uneven.
Ryuuten was no different. However, he managed to keep himself composed, though his hands resting on the throne's armrests were visibly shaking.
Kaede stared intently at Nolan and Evalyn. As they drew closer, their faces became clearer.
In an instant, her eyes widened in shock.
'Those two… aren't they the people I met on the silver ship?' she exclaimed inwardly.
Evalyn and Nolan also observed the three figures before them. Evalyn's gaze fell on Ryuuten and Ayamori, and she froze in disbelief.
For some reason, the emperor and empress bore a striking resemblance to Nolan—especially the emperor, who looked almost identical to him.
"Don't tell me my guess was right…"
