but since those "dogs" came from the Empress's own household, she had indirectly insulted the Empress as well.
And while Vivian outwardly looked tired and somewhat helpless, anyone paying close attention could clearly tell that this was not actually the case. The radiance surrounding her and the confidence within her demeanor made that much obvious.
As for the words far more at ease and at home here than in Elfheim, that carried another meaning entirely, one the Empress instantly understood.
And because of that realization, Valoria's face visibly paled.
The mockery behind those words was very clear to her, and those final remarks struck directly at her heart.
