The conversations over at the water section continued, growing louder by the second as one blonde eagerly screeched, "Brother-in-law! Brother-in-law!" while practically glowing with excitement.
The Emperor took a deep breath.
And another.
Because really, there was only so much one could process at a time.
Now, obviously, this was a good thing. He might be shell-shocked, but he was genuinely happy for everyone.
As someone who had long since wielded his bloodline ability, it made him feel connected to his ancestors in an odd but comforting way. Moreover, it didn't hurt that it gave him an edge in combat, especially back when spiritual energy had limited use due to glaring constraints and followed predictable patterns.
So really, he couldn't have been more proud of his people, who were about to discover this part for themselves. That much was unquestionable.
However, as the Imperial Monarch, his thoughts didn't stay there.
They never did.
