94 Gathering (2/2)

The Emissaries looked around and inspected the powerful and influential people here only to beawed that many if not all were Pathless Gods and a large number of them Gods of Creation/Destruction. They could not even gauge the power of the Empresses which caused them to sweat in panic, they quickly asked Malire as they knew she was one of Dashnells wives.

”Recently many of us underwent training under Valara's 'watchful' gaze, when we heard about this meeting we rushed back and entered a time manipulation training chamber until you arrived.” She said with a wide smile on her face as she glared at Elder Ryan.

The Elders once again sucked in their breaths hearing Time manipulation training chamber but before they could ask for details which they were sure Tia was willing to tell them about an Elder seated at another table spoke first.

”Dear Empress I know that this meeting was called to deal with those from the other Major Regions but we are all here for the Ranking Tournament that is in a months time. We heard Lady Valara herself would be giving out rewards and taking in another batch of disciples from the Tournament this time around? Is this true!!?” Said one of the Elders that was sent by his Clan, many of the other Elders made sure to listen and this also caught the attention of the Emissaries.

Hearing this the Emissaries perked up, they each brought youths along with them and they would make sure not to miss out on this opportunity before them. Seeing the Emissaries become interested in his words the Elder had a look of disdain on his face but did not voice it out, he knew they were guest and some among them might end up become influential powers just like Empress Malire.

Among the Elders here were some who would voice their words towards the Emissaries as their power and influence in the Empire ranked near the top.

”This is a Ranking Tournament that is for those Within the Empire, how dare you plan to participate keep your desires within this Grand Hall!” This Elder was always arrogant as both his daughters were part of the Royal Family and he was a General in the Empire that had trained thousands of soldiers for the military.

Both his daughters were Tia's assistance gaining him even more influence in the military, yet he knew he could never abuse it or he would end up becoming an example and he did not want that he was around when the forgotten Church was wiped out.

Just as he was about to continue his rant another person spoke up and to his surprise it was one of the 'new' Empresses Malarie.

”Shut up Elder Trent Dashnell has already given the ok if they wish to participate in the Ranking Tournament! Why do you think they arrived only a month away from it?” Said Malarie with a smirk on her face as she stood up for the other Emissaries that turned pale thinking they would be forced to miss such an opportunity.

”If the Emperor allows them to join who am I to turn them away. Lady Malarie please don't take my words to heart, I just wanted to push them a little they were after all former enemies of the Empire.”

Pausing for a moment he remembered why he personally came to this meeting instead of sending his sons like always.

”Ah!! Lady Malarie could you also inform my daughters about their children!! I am reaching a breaking point and can no longer restrain them.” He said wiping sweat from his head.

Standing up after hearing his words was Samara who had a look of delight on her face.

”Elder Trent how could you not report this matter to me! I am hurt that you do not think that I could handle my sisters children, as her children are mine and mine are hers! Why don't the two of us pay those unruly children a visit after we finish this boring meeting.” Said Samara with a villainous smile plastered on her face.

Elder Trent went from being distressed to overjoyed, many found it odd that he was delighted that Samara who obviously had bad intentions towards said children was going help him with his problem. Looking at Malarie shake her head they knew not to ask and that was when Elder Elwin chimed in as he seemed to sense 'opportunity'.