Esdeath's reaction was swift; in fact, just two days later, she rode a Danger Species back to the Imperial City.
The entire Imperial City seemed calm, but most people, upon seeing Esdeath return, could not help but breathe a sigh of relief. No matter how you look at it, this General is famed far and wide; her return deep down made most people's hearts settle. Of course, many were still watching to see what the General would do next.
"Squeak———"
The door of the great hall slowly opened, Esdeath stepped into the hall. She had been here many times and was quite familiar with it. Normally, at this time, the ministers should be here, and the Emperor would sit on the throne, with Minister Ernest behind him.
But now, the place was empty.
No, there was one person.
"You arrived a day later than I expected, Miss Esdeath."
"......"
Upon hearing this voice, Esdeath raised an eyebrow and looked up, only to see a figure in a white robe seated on the throne, watching her.
