*clomp* *clomp* *clomp* *clomp*

Loud rhythmic footsteps resounded through the hall as the emperor walked towards his seat. It was the first time the princesses have seen their father after their naming ceremony, which most of them did not remember except for Helena.

Even though they had heard stories about his beauty and accomplishments from their mothers. Their image of him could only pale in comparison to the real person. Even though they were excited and happy to see their father, none of them spoke a word as he walked past them and sat in his seat.

The princesses stood up from their seats and greeted the emperor with a curtsy. “We greet father emperor.” They greeted in unison.

“Sit.” the emperor commanded. He glanced around the table with a cold gaze and sighed. “Your names… tell me your names.” The emperor said as his gaze shifted to Mera. Maximus could not be bothered to remember the names of his daughters after he named them. It was insignificant to him.

“My name is Mera, your