In the Sacred Empire's palace, Hathaway stood quietly on the palace rooftop, her royal robe billowing in the wind. She gazed calmly at the battle about to erupt in the void.
She recognized Albert, one of Leo's core warriors. Therefore, instead of getting angry about his reckless intrusion, she secretly gave the order not to allow the Imperial army to engage with him. Hathaway understood what Albert sought: a thrilling trial, one where he could clash with a powerful opponent.
And the Sacred Empire was not short on strong warriors.
"Send the order," she whispered softly to Koro. "Tell those who have been meditating for too long to get out and stretch their limbs. Let them know we have a good sparring partner at the door."
"Understood, Your Majesty," came the respectful reply from the void.
At this moment, a thunderous sound like a collapsing starborn reverberated through the skies!
Boom!!!
A direct and unadorned collision!
