Zane quickly ordered his men to clear the crowd, and he himself started shouting loudly as well.
"Everyone leave!"
The crowd dispersed unwillingly.
"Was that necessary? What will they think of you now?" Aria commented beside Aengus' ear as she stepped outside, having heard the commotion.
"Yes, it was... I don't care what others think of me. I only care about seeing results without wasting time unnecessarily."
Aria's father, aunt, and uncle followed her out of the house as well.
"Son-in-law is right," Noelle said happily, holding Astrid's hand.
"That's how an Emperor should behave. He doesn't care about receiving gratitude or being scolded by the masses." Noelle paused, glancing at Aria and Aengus.
Ashter and Astrid had already accepted Aengus's identity, but seeing the City Lord humble himself before him confirmed it further.
