Attor and Eissen concurred internally with Ames's reasoning but remained concerned about The Emperor watching her every step. Ames sensed their apprehension and could not help but feel touched. She smiled faintly at them and said, "It will be fine. I cannot put it into words, but... I have this feeling that we'll be okay."
Her words made them remember Cade's point that the Fates' influence had little to no effect on them now after forming a stronger bond with Kyran. The conference might provide an ideal opportunity to validate this.
"Alright," the two finally relented after a moment's pause.
Since the conference had not started officially, the feast served every meal was modest. However, this feast was only attended by a small number because the Solis Clan also delivered meals to attendees at their respective residences. Most clans dined among themselves and only mingled with the others in the morning or afternoon.