The private conference room at Descartes estate had been expanded to accommodate additional presence—Rai Zeus joining Riya in coordinated founding family and Academy leadership assessment of foreign continent discovery. Both maternal figures sat with controlled authority that made atmosphere feel weighted despite relatively informal setting.
Riyan stood before them with strategic posture that suggested he was about to propose operation requiring significant authorization. Livia remained at his side providing twin support, while Raven positioned herself near her mother with Thunder affinity cycling through patterns that revealed anticipatory tension.
Syra maintained position near doorway, her wind affinity creating subtle currents that suggested protective vigilance despite non-threatening context. Serx stood at attention with fanatical dedication radiating from every aspect of his bearing.
