Elena looked at Yannika then at the Emperor and bowed. "There was a plot, your majesty, that would see some of your advisers killed." She looked at the Emperor then glanced at the fellow priestess, before looking back at the young man. "The person responsible is a powerful telepath and your service, my Emperor."
@Tjf @majus Yannika turned back to Carius and gave him an apologetic look. "Mother Elena speaks the truth." she let out a breath before continuing. "In my travels I came across a sorcerer who claimed that your confessor wanted me dead so that I wouldn't interfere in her plans. What those plans are I have no idea. As I said, the sorcerer was not the most reliable source of information."
@Omega98 "A plot? To kill you two?" He looks disturbed. "Who? Who would dare try to harm my inner council?" He looks genuinely angry. "Wait, my confessor?" He pauses. "Ingrid? I...how? She's so gentle, and... Is there proof?"
@Tjf @majus Yannika shook her head, "Proof I have none your Majesty. Only the word of a corrupt mage." She turned to regard Elena. "Unless Mother Elena has some."
Elena frowned. "I can confirm, that the person responsible is Ingrid." She said. "One of my priestesses was brainwashed by her into betraying my order. Currently, she is being held on order's dreadnought. She has memories of being reprogrammed by your confessor, your Highness." Elena paused. "But that is the only witness, I can provide. Nevertheless, the loyalty of your confessor is being questioned, independently, by two of your advisors." She bowed again and continued with a concerned voice. "Please, consider the matter, carefully."
"I see." Carius nods. "I understand what you're saying, but if your priestess was brainwashed, who's to say that her memories of Ingrid aren't also false, implanted by the real culprit to divert suspicion. Same with that sorcerer." He frowns. "I'm taking what you're saying seriously. The matter will be investigated."
@Omega98 Elena bowed her head. "As you command my lord. In the meantime, I suggest keeping your confessor under house arrest. If she isn't guilty, then there will be no harm done... but if she is..." She allowed the silence to hang for a moment.
@Omega98 "I just need to point out that she is a telepath. I suggest increasing your personal security." Elena bowed her head again. Finding the subject spent, she moved to the next one. "On more joyous news, I am happy to report, that the invasion on Ietra system was defeated and the prince responsible was captured and is being transferred to the palace." Elena looked at the Emperor. "I have arranged for the 3rd fleet's triumph - they would be honoured if you took part in celebrities."
@Omega98 "If that is all then, my Emperor, I shall take my leave." Elena bowed again, waiting to be dismissed.
"Fufu." Vizelle cooed, for now she lets herself get cleaned up for a more intimate session with the crime boss' daughter. Though, she also attempts to solidify her hold against the guard's minds.
@Omega98 Elena bowed again. "Then-" She then nodded to Yannika and left. As she made her way to the advisor's room she sent a message to the Madam - she wanted the woman to investigate the confessor. After that, she made her way to the advisor's room to check the current assignments.
Vizelle is led into a spacious office, where the woman awaits, after messing telepathically with the guards. "Ready to serve your new mistress?"
Checking, she sees that there are several issues faced by the empire: - The Gates of the Warp: Seeing the previous emperor's death as an opportunity, a demon worshiping cult has opened a gate to the warp on an important agri world, threatening to overwhelm the region in a demon invasion. The Inquisition requests aid in closing the gates. - Corruption on Constantinopolis: The recent murder of a government figure in the capital has exposed the existence of a government corruption ring. One or more high powered officials have been embezzling large sums of money, and they're clearly willing to kill to evade justice. These criminals must be exposed and brought to justice. - White Noise: Explorers from the Research Institute recently reported the discovery of a previously undiscovered planet. The planet is an enigma, scan after scan revealing that it has well maintained infrastructure and manufacturing centers, enough to support a population of billions. The scans, however, show no sign of a single living person on the planet. Soon after sending their report, the explorers went missing without a trace. This has alarmed many, but the planet is simply too valuable to just ignore. The Research Institute has asked for aid in sending a larger expedition to the planet. -The Automatons: In the fringes of galactic space, an army has begun to attack human space, an army made up not of humans, or even of aliens, but of a group of ancient and powerful AI. The military and the Research Institute could use assistance in dealing with this threat. - The Pirate Queen: In the wake of the old emperor's death, a diverse assortment of pirate groups have unified under the command of a charismatic former officer of the Terran Navy, and are rampaging across imperial space. Among the planets hit is the paradise world of Samodiva, homeworld to Lady Eanne. - Stay Quiet for now: It might be beneficial to not take any mission for now, and merely focus on familiarising yourself with the Imperial Court, it's people and its pleasures. Currently, the Pirate Queen has someone assigned to stopping her, Admiral Azurrose.
@majus Yannika returned the nod. "Mother Elena." she said in parting. @Tjf Her face lit up again to be alone with the Emperor, but that light was dimmed when she saw the conflict on his face. "My Emperor," she said consolingly "I am sorry if this news brings you pain. Is there anything I can do for you?"
Vizelle orders the guards to stand watch outside, making sure none of the unaffected goons were nearby. And as she entered, the sorceress grins. "Aahn, yes, I am." She cooed, using her psionics to stimulate Xi Fei's arousal.
"I need to attend to my duties." He shakes his head. "Good evening, priestess." Curtly, he turns and leaves. Yannika is left alone, a maid guiding her to the suite of rooms assigned to her and any guests or servants she might bring. The guards who escorted her to Lave V remain with her, guarding her door. Later that night, she hears them talking with someone outside, before the door opens and a hooded figure enters her room. "Priestess Yannika." Carius lifts his hood, revealing his face. "Apologies for disturbing you in the middle of the night. I wanted to talk."
