"Didn't you receive details from my father?" Louis inquired.
"We got a brief message. I'd prefer more context," Stone replied, crossing his powerful arms. "Please, your majesty."
"Very well…" Louis detailed their experiences, discoveries, and objectives.
Althea appeared troubled after hearing everything. "We're meant to focus solely on Labyrinth threats, yet now we're handling political intrigue… I can't say I'm comfortable with this," she admitted, her conflict evident.
"Politics aside, this involves a Dimensional Rift, a Grievance likely manipulating them, and Entities weaponized against us," Stella countered firmly. "I wouldn't normally accept such a mission… but we owe Queen Benladra deeply. Assisting her son against traitors threatening the Frostbane Kingdom—home to the VPI—must remain our priority, sister."
Noticing her sister's distress, Althea softened. "I know. I'm only voicing my unease. It doesn't mean I won't commit fully."
