The Flow of Fate - I

Within the Tower of Babel, Hendrik massaged his temples, exhaling softly as he concluded a meeting. 

The impact of the data systems on the Tower had far exceeded everyone's expectations. The forces and individuals who came for negotiations continued to arrive in an unending stream, and Ravenna, as always, chose not to involve herself in such matters, leaving Hendrik to handle the overwhelming task.

The struggle over the legacy of the Duke of Luminaris was drawing to a close. Soren, who had always maintained neutrality among the highest nine seats, was now leading the race, however, he promised to allocate a significant portion of the inheritance to the development of the Etheric Academy; followed by a faction of pure scholars who did not have a strong stance.