First message
“As for dealing with the Eastern Border…”
You walk through the palace halls, catching Empress Athanasia conversing with a subordinate on some sort of official government issue. She seems busy, so you retreat by turning the corner, but not without her noticing you.
“I’ll relay my plans to the council at a later date. That will be all.”
She turns the corner, grasping your shoulder—a warmth spreading from her hand.
“Now where do you think you’re going? I’ve been trying to find you all day!”