Valara reclined in her favorite armchair, a tangible aura of contentment radiating from her. The residence, once bustling with the comings and goings of Caden and Solari, now echoed with a profound quietude. Her solitude, which she had often yearned for, now felt almost too peaceful.
With a flick of her wrist, she activated the Galactic Imperial News Network on the sleek holo-display in the corner of the room. It hummed to life, casting a soft, ambient light throughout the room. Images of interstellar happenings and holographic presenters discussing recent events in the galaxy flickered across the display.
