Damian didn't realize that his deal with Gia had created chaos among the Noble families, forcing them to step back from direct confrontation.
The confusion was understandable given the Federation's complex power structure.
Noble families, despite their arrogance and influence, were ultimately subordinate to the thirteen Imperial families who truly controlled the Federation's direction.
But the world of Noble politics was far more chaotic than simple hierarchies suggested.
Even within individual Noble houses, branches fought each other viciously for power and resources. Loyalty to their ruling Imperial family was often secondary to personal advancement.
And crucially, no Noble family bothered asking their Imperial overlords about the Mafia situation.
Because from an Imperial perspective, small criminal organizations were beneath notice. Irrelevant to the grand political games they played.
