The commotion had finally ended.
The frazzled five slumped on the couch behind the meeting table. Eager ears pressed against the door to eavesdrop, but they earned nothing but empty echoes. The two Thornes and three Seos remained still, silent.
However, the sea of curious crowd gathered outside the room scattered swiftly as the two unexpected guests turned up with their entourage.
It was none other than the Emperor's parents, Edward and Annabel Thorne.
Foregoing her usual refinement, Annabel barged through the door.
"James, explain yourself."
The commanding lady ordered.
"Aunty-" Micky stood up first to smooth the situation as James was still recovering from the most one-sided wrestling match he ever experienced.
"Micky, stay out of this." The icy lady's voice held nothing back.
