"Exactly, the same Aakifahlynn that hasn't the slightest clue of what's really going on," Duke Chapman added to the King's words. However, he was interrupted before he could continue.

"And what about the now vacant Elder positions?" The Vampyre, Viscount Everald Ferguson, ardently enquired. He knew the absurdity of accusing Aakifahlynn of this. Besides, he was more concerned about the Eldership.

He asked what was undoubtedly on everyone's mind, but none dared to bring it up. And as Viscount Ferguson braved the room, the rest suddenly had so much to say, chiming in.

Duke Chapman took the opportunity to respond, "Gentlemen, surely we have more pressing matters to discuss."

Duke...