Upon their arrival at Avalorne, news spread quickly about the severe punishment inflicted upon the Drakemont family. Their involvement in a long-running human trafficking ring had finally come to light. The Empress herself had acquired undeniable evidence, including testimonies from victims and a confession from the Drakemonts' butler. The butler admitted to acting as a liaison between the Drakemonts and the bandits who were later eliminated after killing Ulrich Drakemont.
Vergil overheard whispers from the servants about rumors that had circulated during his absence. It was said that Vergil had disappeared and would never return. However, his return had decisively put those rumors to rest.
The servants also shared troubling news of a civil war breaking out in the Montivelle Kingdom. Curious, Freya inquired, "What's happening in Montivelle Kingdom?"