The following morning, the Emperor of Triesenberg convened a more private meeting—one that took place in a far less formal chamber deep within the royal palace. Unlike the grand halls of the previous day's discussion, this room was dimly lit, its walls lined with maps, reports, and various intelligence briefings. Only a select few had been invited: General Keller, who was tasked with overseeing the covert operation, as well as Captain Franz Dietrich, head of the Triesenberg Intelligence Directorate, and a handful of seasoned operatives.
The atmosphere was tense but focused. The stakes were high, and every man in the room knew that a single misstep could unravel not only the mission but also Triesenberg's fragile relationship with Valoria.