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On the eve of the New Emperor's ascension, guests from all sides had come to offer their congratulations. The situation on Ancestor Star [Malindo] was mysterious and ever-changing, while within the Royal Court, the Queen and the Princess Royal were locked in fierce opposition.
"What are you reading, Your Highness?"
In the state guesthouse where the [Atlantis] delegation was staying, the Princess's attendant, Allen, asked curiously. This morning, Fourth Princess Phyllis had risen earlier than usual, and she seemed to be in a fairly good mood. She was currently enjoying breakfast.
"Just an article criticizing the current situation." Princess Phyllis chuckled. "The author sure has some nerve. I just don't know which side they're on."
The Princess immediately shared the article with her attendant.
Allen skimmed through it quickly without making much comment. No matter how intense the internal struggle among the [Abriel] Empire's imperial family became, it could only benefit [Atlantis]... In fact, the fiercer the struggle, the better.
"Your Highness, I have a bit of gossip." Allen lowered his voice.
Princess Phyllis calmly dismissed the maids around her. "I hope it's good news."
"I don't know if it counts as such." Allen bowed respectfully. "News came from [Ether Star]. Someone died from exploding after using [Akira] drugs."
"[Akira]..." Princess Phyllis frowned slightly.
It was an illegal drug developed by a certain madman in her empire. It was extremely harmful and had never received official permission for production, but interested parties had still exploited it, leading to widespread circulation.
The empire had later done its utmost to destroy the drugs already produced, but a small amount had probably leaked out and entered circulation in regions beyond the empire.
"If I remember correctly, three years ago, [Abriel] reported eliminating a smuggling group. The report mentioned