Daniel left the General Staff Headquarters and headed straight for the Imperial Palace.

Thanks to obtaining prior approval from Princess Selvia, he passed through security with just a quick identity check.

Guided by one of the palace attendants, Daniel soon arrived at the princess’s office. He knocked firmly.

“Your Highness! It’s Major Daniel Steiner!”

At his loud declaration, the door opened.

Standing at the entrance was Colonel Hartmann, the Princess’s chief bodyguard.

“Major Daniel. We’ve been expecting you.”

Acknowledging him with a nod, Daniel stepped into the office and saluted.

Selvia, seated behind her desk, immediately brightened at the sight …