In King Velys's understanding, once news that would most likely threaten her own power reached Amalia, no matter how much she doubted it, there was no way she could remain completely indifferent.
Was she not afraid that she would spend the rest of her life as a toy in the Regent's palm?
King Velys could not comprehend such a possibility. Moreover, the situation was now perilous, and he had lost every advantage. He could only grasp at straws, hoping Amalia and Astrid would turn against each other, leaving the front lines and the rear to fend for themselves.
Ideally, the new Empress had already placed some obstacles in secret. Only then would they have even the slightest chance of survival.
Sensing the man's anxiety, the trusted aide delivering the report paused before continuing.
"Your Majesty, there is one more matter."
"Her Highness Iris requests an audience. She claims to have successfully persuaded the kingdom's nobles who came to reinforce the royal capital."
