Prince Dorek had been granted another private audience with the Eternal Emperor at such a critical moment.
He had even been allowed to attend the imperial court assembly.
The other princes were already red-eyed with jealousy.
Some of them were practically going mad with rage.
It was precisely because of this that Daniel had been forced to consider the risks to Dorek's safety and persuade him to hand over the mission.
This arrangement allowed Dorek to remain within the Imperial City, at the heart of imperial power, while also ensuring that the mission would be completed.
Naturally, the majority of the resulting merit would be credited to Daniel.
Of course, Dorek would still receive recognition for recommending him.
Daniel, meanwhile, could use this opportunity to obtain an official position and formally enter the Holy See.
The Holy See would probably not be stingy with its appointment.
He might receive a relatively high-ranking position from the very beginning.
