Chapter 13

The atmosphere in the banquet hall crackled with tension as Arawn absorbed the presence of Emperor Kaize Von Falke. His single striking purple eye seemed to pierce through Arawn's defences, laying bare his vulnerabilities and fears.

"Your urgency precedes you, Miss Shadowblade," Emperor Kaize remarked, his voice carrying a weight of authority that commanded attention. "Please, enlighten us on the nature of this emergency."

Lyra wasted no time in recounting the encounter with the Watchers, detailing their ominous warnings and the dire implications for the realm. As she spoke, the other figures around the table listened intently, their expressions varying from concern to disbelief.

Emperor Kaize listened attentively, his expression inscrutable as Lyra concluded her report. For a moment, the silence lingered, thick with anticipation, before the emperor finally spoke.