971 Farewell [1]

The Day of the Dead came to its natural end when the moon was halfway through its journey across the sky. The people of Beast Emperor Star retreated to their homes to enjoy the peace they once took for granted, and the people of the main clan returned to the palace to begin restoration procedures to heal the world itself back to its peak.

Damien also finished his business and returned to the palace around the same time, making his way to a secluded office-like room to meet the Emperor thereafter.

"We've been having a lot of meetings these days, huh," Damien said with a smile as he sat down in the seat prepared for him.

The royal clan, including the Emperor himself, no longer cared if Damien followed the usual courtesies. After all, disregarding his achievements, his status as Astoria's teacher technically placed him equal to the Emperor in seniority!