Bafflement Of The Mind

This meeting would be crucial.

Neron felt impatience gnaw at his body as he awaited the presence of two of the most influential figures in the Empire. They were also one of the most powerful—especially the Emperor, who was said to be half of the strength of the Midas Empire.

Moments later, the door opened again, and two figures stepped inside. 

The first was an imposing man with an aura of regality that seemed to radiate from his very being. His golden robes shimmered as though woven from the sun's rays, and his piercing eyes carried the weight of countless years of rule. 

Behind him stood a very young boy with strikingly similar features—Prince Kuzon. The Prince's expression was calm but curious, his presence equally commanding despite being barely three years old.

Neron bowed slightly, masking his inner conflict with a facade of respect.

"Your Majesty," he greeted, his voice steady.

The Emperor offered a small, measured smile.