Six months

In the enveloping darkness of their profound meeting space, Derek's frown etched deeper upon hearing Alex's plans for the Human Empire. His skepticism hung in the air as he questioned the feasibility of their audacious undertaking.

"How do you plan on taking the empire?" Derek's voice resonated with uncertainty, a testament to the daunting nature of their ambitions.

Alex's response bore a weight of intrigue and revelation. "Sol," he began, "is born into the royal family of the Human Empire. Few know of the existence of wandering souls like us, and among those at the empire's summit, only a select few are aware of our kind."

Derek's frown deepened as the implications sank in. The revelation that Sol, with his inherent ties to the empire's royal lineage, held a legitimate claim to the throne in the eyes of the populace struck a chord within him. Yet, the true emperor, aware of Sol's identity, posed a significant obstacle to their aspirations.