Observing the nine Spiritual Spirits conversing simultaneously, Thea remained composed, neither displaying anger nor interrupting them. She seemed more like a bystander, wearing a calm smile as she refrained from speaking.

Emperor Zdravko, however, grew restless and promptly sent a telepathic message to Thea, questioning her apparent loss of control over the situation.

Before she could respond, Lark, the leader, waved his hand to silence the chatter instantly. Stepping forward with an air of p