The atmosphere around the room became serious and tense.
Everyone wore an attentive and critical look as they poured out their focus on the man who would carry the whole team to success.
Even the First and Second Princes didn't bother to cast a contemptuous look at the Third Prince. It was because this place wasn't a place to scheme against each other, but to scheme against the enemy of the Empire!
The three princes of the Empire were present, accompanied by their left and right commands. The other attendees were from the Imperial knights and other key personnel crucial to the success of the operation.
General Farauld's eyes flashed with a glint of satisfaction seeing the appropriate attitude displayed by everyone. With a serious nod, he permitted his aide to announce and start today's agenda.
"Let's start with the report of each territory! First will be the condition to the west territory..." The aide announced.
