In the Empress's private study.
Empress Seraphina pushed an electronic report across the desk to Caelir.
"This is the investigation results from your disappearance. I also had your uncle Lucien search near the Zerg frontlines, but no other clues were found."
Caelir quickly scanned through the report, his eyes gradually darkening.
"Interstellar pirates?" He looked up, questioning. "Mother, do you believe this conclusion?"
"This is the official conclusion given by the investigation team." The Empress picked up her teacup.
"Who was in charge of the investigation?" Caelir pressed.
"Ryan."
Caelir's brows immediately furrowed. "Ryan manages the Imperial Guard. Since when does he handle military accident investigations too?"
Seraphina set down her teacup and looked at
