The palace carriage moved quickly through the capital streets.
Inside, June Astral sat comfortably, leaning slightly against the seat.
Her long ponytail rested over her shoulder, and a few strands of her brown bangs moved softly with the motion of the carriage.
She looked out the window, watching the city pass by.
"Hmm…"
Her expression was thoughtful for a moment.
Then she sighed softly.
"I was just starting to have fun."
Across from her, the palace servant kept his head lowered.
"His Majesty insisted, Your Grace."
June stretched her arms lazily.
"Father always has perfect timing."
Soon the carriage entered the massive gates of the Imperial Palace.
Guards bowed as it passed.
The carriage finally stopped in front of the grand entrance.
June stepped out.
Her boots touched the marble floor, and the servants quickly bowed.
"Welcome back, Your Grace."
June walked through the long palace halls casually, as if she had just returned from a normal stroll.
Finally, she reached the large doors of the Emperor's chamber.
The guards opened them.
Inside the room sat the Emperor, surrounded by advisors and nobles.
The moment June entered, the room became quiet.
June smiled sweetly and bowed slightly.
"You called me, Father?"
The Emperor looked at his daughter calmly.
"Yes."
He placed a document on the table.
"There is someone I want you to meet."
June tilted her head curiously.
"Oh?"
The Emperor continued.
"The Master of the Magical Tower."
At that exact moment…
Far away in the capital, in the highest room of the Magical Tower, Lucas de Hein was also receiving a message from the palace.
A royal invitation.
Lucas looked at the letter silently.
Then his silver eyes narrowed slightly.
"…Interesting."