Lilac raised her wine glass, swirling the deep crimson liquid gently as a playful smile touched her lips.
"So, what exactly are we discussing now?" she asked, her gaze flicking between the two.
"Nothing too heavy," Claude replied with a grin.
"I just wanted to introduce the two of you properly. Since I'll be named Prince Consort next month, it's better for you both to get to know each other, don't you think? After all, Emmalise will be part of my harem."
"That's true," Emmalise added, sipping her wine.
"I also wanted to see the kingdom I'll soon call my second home. And honestly? It's charming. Not as developed as Cortinvar, of course, but it feels warm, peaceful. The people love this land."
Hearing that made both Claude and Lilac straighten with pride. Building Elysium into a thriving realm had taken relentless effort from Claude and their council.
Once poor and isolated, their kingdom now glowed with life—and it showed.
