When the clock struck twelve, under the watchful eyes of Anvis and the other noble descendants, the space at the heart of the venue opened like rippling water, and the leaders of the Three Great Empires entered simultaneously.
Gloria III stepped out of the void, with dark violet eyes and hair, a Star Crown upon his head, and a dark-gold robe draped over his body.
After surveying the room, he took a seat with a solemn expression on one of the three magnificent thrones arranged in a triangular formation at the center of the venue.
The commander of the Knights Order and the Chief of the Mage Corps stood guard behind him to either side, while the Empire's many nobles within the venue voluntarily gathered behind him.
At the same time, Saint Messiah III emerged amid a host of red-robed Archbishops. He wore a pure white robe adorned with sacred golden patterns, a Triple Crown on his head, and pure white radiance shone from his eyes.
He casually chose a throne at another corner and sat down, offering the onlookers a friendly smile.
Last to arrive was Lolan XV, King of the Lolan Kingdom, formerly one of the vice speakers and now temporarily chosen as the New Federal Speaker.
The Magic Council's speaker, Mystic Seeker Orvanni, appeared alongside him, standing level with him. The message this conveyed was highly thought-provoking.
A large number of council members gathered behind the two of them, nearly half again as many as the combined attendees of the other Two Great Empires.
With the leaders of the Three Great Empires and the Magic Council all present, the meeting officially began.
"I believe everyone already understands why this meeting was convened. Because of that one's brief approach, the Yar Continent has suffered severe consequences."
Saint Messiah