The nobles lowered their heads one by one and left the palace in despair.
The sun was shining brightly outside the Golden Palace, but an invisible haze seemed to hang over the heads of these ministers, reflecting the darkness and confusion in their hearts.
Their steps were heavy and they got into their respective carriages in scattered pieces.
Even the necessary greetings on weekdays no longer exist, only silence and the distant sound of wheels echoing in the air.
The minds of all the ministers were filled with unimaginable confusion.
What happened today was beyond their expectations, leaving them confused and uneasy.
Just when everyone thought that Libot's return to the capital would set off waves of fanaticism in the city, the reality was unexpected.
They thought that the appearance of the head of the Lesser family could at least persuade Emperor Oberly to cancel Aurelion's named inheritance.
They even considered how it would affect the situation if Victor broke into the palace in the middle of the matter.
The ministers took all conceivable contingencies into consideration.
They anticipated every possible twist.
But from beginning to end, Victor didn't show up.
All the nobles knew the news that the head of the Leiser family had returned to the royal capital.
Victor's information network is so extensive, how could he not know?
However, he didn't even come today.
It was as if he had not taken the Reiser family seriously from the beginning.
Only his sister, Leah Cravenna, came to the palace in her stead.
What's even more outrageous is that she single-handedly turned the imperial ministers into a group of short-sighted antique clowns.
Because the Cravenna family gained the friendship of the elves.
When hundreds of elves appeared in front of these nobles, their minds went completely blank.
As the freest race, elves do not need to care about the intrigues of the human world.
Their long lifespan makes human dynasty changes and power struggles nothing more than a flash in the pan in their eyes.
Therefore, there was no need for the elves to establish diplomatic ties with any country.
But now, they are spreading precious elven friendship to the Kalencia Empire in the name of nature.
As for the so-called natural name?
This is purely to put it mildly.
Everyone present is not a fool. Who can't see that these elves only care about Victor?
These ministers were sitting on the carriage, sighing, looking melancholy, and their brows were knitted together.
But suddenly, their eyes were attracted by a black figure at the palace gate.
Lipoot walked slowly in the morning light with elegant and steady steps.
After seeing him, some nobles who supported the eldest prince's faction waved their arms enthusiastically and rushed to say hello:
"Mr. Lipot, would you like to go with us?"
"Mr. Lipoot, I have something I want to talk to you about."
The nobles present were enveloped in a haze of confusion.
They eagerly hope that a figure with both wisdom and status like Leopold can answer their doubts.
From today on, how should these nobles who support the eldest prince act?
Although the issue of the successor to the throne was not mentioned in today's court meeting, it seems to be irrelevant whether it is mentioned or not.
After all, the Cravenna family personally brought the Elf Queen to establish diplomatic relations with the empire.
The countless strategies they had carefully prepared for the court meeting pale in comparison the moment the elves stepped into the palace.
Every country expects the friendship of the Elf Forest.
The special status of elves in the hearts of humans is self-evident.
From a national perspective, is it a blessing or a curse for the elves, who have been dormant for thousands of years, to take the initiative to establish diplomatic relations with the empire?
That is of course an unprecedented good thing, almost equivalent to a milestone in the history of the empire.
Having the friendship of elves is equivalent to receiving the favor of nature.
However, for nobles like them, this may not be a good thing.
Because the family that brought the elves was Cravenna.
If the elves established diplomatic relations with the Empire for the sake of the Cravenas, the consequences would be disastrous.
Don't forget who the Craveners support.
More importantly, the friendship of elves is rare but hard to find.
If Emperor Aubrey indeed intends to establish diplomatic relations with the elves, then the heir to the throne will probably be Aurelion.
Moreover, Oberly himself also had this intention.
At this point, many ministers finally reacted.
Although Victor was not present in person, the tacit understanding between him and Emperor Aubrey seemed to transcend the distance.
Together they established Aurelion's identity as the heir.
This was undoubtedly a clear hint to the ministers present.
It doesn't matter whether you agree or not.
The elves were introduced by House Cravenna, which was of great significance in the political game.
If Victor is dissatisfied with the ministers' reaction, he is fully capable of letting the elves return to their forests.
And used this as a reason to declare the elves' disillusionment with the Empire.
Needless to say, it will cause great damage to the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Empire and the Forest of Elves.
For any country, this opportunity to make good friends with the elves should not be missed.
If the empire misses the opportunity to establish diplomatic relations with foreign countries because of the obstruction of the nobles, they cannot bear this crime.
The nobles sat on the carriage and sighed, realizing that the situation had reached a deadlock.
Aurelion's claim to the throne seemed certain.
But at this time, Lipoot slowly raised his head and looked at the noble who was greeting him just now.
He smiled gracefully and declined the nobleman's offer.
"No need, my carriage will be here in a minute."
The nobleman could only say with relief:
"All right."
"Goodbye Mr. Leopold."
"goodbye."
Leopold still had that calm smile on his face.
One by one, the servants raised their reins, and the nobles left the palace gate one after another.
The carriages left one after another, and the sound of wheels and horses' hooves gradually faded away.
Leopold looked at the direction they left, raised his head, and looked at the golden and dazzling sun.
His golden pupils shone under the light, as if a golden river flowed deep in his eyes.
The flashing golden eyes seemed to be able to swallow up the entire sun's rays.
Mysterious and noble.
Soon, a new sound of horse hooves sounded again.
It is well-proportioned and has a clear rhythm.
Immediately afterwards, a carriage engraved with golden patterns appeared around the corner.
He squinted his eyes and looked at the sign on the carriage.
Cassidra Chamber of Commerce.
The carriage slowly stopped outside the palace courtyard.
The groom who was driving stopped the horse, got out of the car, and opened the carriage door.
Zola stepped down from the carriage.
She came to visit Emperor Aubrey today.
And when Zola just landed on the ground, she looked up and saw Lipoot who was standing there, looking up at the sun.
The moment Zola saw him, she was slightly stunned and hesitated to speak.
Leopold felt the sight, turned around, and saw Zola.
So, he smiled slightly at Zola:
"It's not the right time to visit today. His Majesty has very important guests to receive him."
"let's go."
Zola nodded and watched Leopold get into her family's carriage.
And she followed closely behind and got into the carriage together.
The two of them sat opposite each other in the carriage, Leopold's eyes peering through the window at the scenery outside.
Zola looked at him with some respect and said demurely:
"Father."
“You look like you’re in a good mood.
Listening to Zola's words, Lipoot slowly turned his head:
"Honestly, he's really extraordinary."
"Although I didn't see him today, I am already looking forward to seeing his subsequent performance."
In his pupils, you can see the flickering golden light.
It was as if there was a pool of shining golden liquid hidden in the deep eyes, revealing a complex emotion of both appreciation and expectation:
"Elf, naturally."
"It seems that he must have discovered something."
Zola sat in her seat and said nothing.
Lipoot leaned on the sofa of the carriage and closed his dazzling eyes.
As if mentioning it casually, he asked Zora calmly:
"Have you already negotiated with the Cravenas?"
"Yes, Father."
Zora nodded and responded.
"Then just keep doing business with them."
The corners of Lipoot's mouth raised slightly, revealing a faint smile:
"Let's go, it's time to see my old friend Reeves."
The carriage slowly rolled through the bluestone streets and headed towards the bustling gate of the royal capital.
…
In the room wrapped in golden luster, a warm flame burned in the fireplace on the side, beating happily among the stones.
Luxurious chairs inlaid with gems line the room. In front of the chairs is a glittering coffee table.
The servant stood next to the coffee table, filling tea for the three people sitting on the chairs.
Liya was sitting on the sofa, with Kokot and Viniya sitting on both sides.
After the servant poured the tea, he bowed slightly respectfully:
"Everyone, please wait a moment, His Majesty will be here soon."
Then, the servant turned and left, gently closing the door to the room.
Seeing the outsiders leaving, Kokot's palms suddenly became nervous and sweated.
Obviously I didn't feel anything in the palace just now.
But when the conversation was about to get serious, she started to panic.
Where's Victor, damn Victor, why hasn't he come yet?
Liya turned her head and glanced at Kokot, who was fidgeting nervously, and sighed.
The room was so silent that even Kokot's breathing could be heard clearly.
Soon, the door opened again.
An old man wearing extremely luxurious silk velvet clothes entered the room with a calm breath.
He relied on a luxurious cane inlaid with red gems and slowly walked into the room with steady but staggering steps.
Although he was dressed luxuriously, his stooped figure made the three of them recognize him at a glance.
It's Emperor Aubrey.
The person supporting him was Princess Aurelion.
The princess wore a silver-grey dress with dots of silver stars on the fabric.
The slender dress brings out Aureliano's graceful figure, and the hazy tulle falling on both sides of her shoulders adds to her charm.
She stretched out her arm, holding Aubrey's other arm that was not holding a cane, and came to the three of them.
The red firelight illuminated the two figures' faces red, and their elongated shadows were reflected on the walls of the room.
When Liya and others were about to stand up, they saw the emperor wave his hand and said:
"No need, there are no outsiders here."
He took the first step and sat on the chair calmly.
He looked at several people with his turbid eyes, and his eyes fell on Liya for a long time, with a little seriousness:
"Let's talk about the highlights."
"Now, my time is running out."
