Leon understood that the reason Damien is willing to gift such an expensive weapon is because it's a gift from his own father.
Fortunately, Damien whispered this fact to Leon in a low voice; otherwise, it would have led to an uproar if other guests had heard that the previous emperor was the one who gave that gift.
It would have led to many unforseen rumors. Moreover, many people and nobles of the empire even think that the previous emperor is dead.
After all, it's been a long time since Damien's father or previous emperor made a public appearance.
