The investigation began with a systematic review of everyone who had been present during the diplomatic dinner. Princess Liyana coordinated the effort from the crisis chamber while teams of guards conducted interviews throughout the palace.
"The water spirits' behavior remains our strongest lead," Scholar Miren observed as he helped organize witness statements. "Their reaction was so extreme and unprecedented - they must have sensed something truly significant."
"But what?" Osa asked, still troubled by the memory of the spirits fleeing en masse. "I've worked with water spirits for months. They're usually so curious and social."
"Spirits often perceive things we miss," Scholar Miren said thoughtfully. "Their connection to natural forces gives them insights that human senses can't detect. Sometimes I wonder what our world looks like through their perspective."
Radji looked up from the security records. "What do you mean?"
