No matter how much Ian dislikes the Sunbird's actions, the guests who are to be welcomed must still be welcomed.
"Prince Carlos, your arrival truly makes my humble abode shine!"
Ten seconds later, Ian had just reached the entrance of his castle when he saw a beam of light shooting straight from the defenses of the Imperial Capital, landing right at the gate, and the somewhat melancholic face of Crown Prince Carlos appeared before him.
"To be honest, neither of us really wants to be here."
Carlos sighed, patting Ian on the shoulder: "You surely know why I'm here, let's go inside and talk."
Carlos's purpose was indeed clear; he was acting as the emissary of the Imperial Capital, demanding the Silverpeak Domain provide the relevant technology and data regarding the Artificial Soul.
"Father already knew that my little brother gave you the data from the Avak Laboratory, and you would certainly make those technologies practical."
