Back in the Capitol it was business as usual. Everyone seemed to have settled into a new routine.
Rowena was learning about the Holy Light and studying its language and tenets. Daimon, on the other hand, was busy with managing the Empire.
But true to his promise, Daimon made every effort to have lunch and dinner with Rowena as often as possible. Even if it was brief. He realized just being in her presence for thirty minutes had a profound effect on his mental health. Even though he rarely discussed his troubles in detail with her, just being near her was enough to keep him calm. He valued her unwavering support. And she always endeavored to make him laugh.
General Zhan had now fully healed from his injuries and was conducting his own investigation into the incident. Unfortunately, he was not able to find out much of anything.