Gossip? Lyra?

As the surveillance footage concluded, King Edmund gave Lyra a meaningful look before turning to the Admirals. "It seems the facts are quite clear now," he said calmly.

Frederick nodded, his face cold and unreadable. "Thank you, Your Majesty," he replied.

His gaze shifted to Eddie. The guy's once arrogant expression now filled with shame.

"According to military law, report for punishment tomorrow," said Frederick.

As an admiral, and a fleet admiral at that, Frederick had the authority to bypass lower-ranking commanders and directly impose disciplinary measures, much to the dismay of Admiral Dale and Admiral Vince.

Their faces paled, but they couldn't challenge Frederick's authority, especially not in front of so many witnesses.

The whole situation had turned into a public humiliation, not only for them but for Eddie and his group, who had come looking for trouble only to be thoroughly defeated.