On Sunday morning at eight o'clock, in the imperial council hall, the emperor, various ministers, and members of the council who were absolutely loyal to the royal family took their seats one by one, beginning the weekly council meeting.
Hibbort, draped in brocade robes, sat upright on the throne with his hands clasped over his scepter.
His sharp and serious gaze swept over the ministers below the steps. After ensuring everyone was seated, he slowly began to speak.
"I believe everyone has heard some rumors before attending this week's meeting... A heinous assassination recently occurred at the empire's border..."
As Hibbort spoke, servants below distributed printed documents, which contained the key points of this week's meeting and the topics for discussion.
Gregor received the document and, upon opening the first page, saw the meeting's theme marked with a honeysuckle pattern.
"On the Future Development of Magical Energy Devices."
