Given the importance of arranging Aurelia's education in the next decade, Ves sought to meet with the RF delegation first.
They held the meeting at a garden courtyard built on the central continent but situated further away from the crystal pyramid.
Mechs and other security forces ensured that no one would be able to approach in order to spy on the occupants or threaten their lives.
After a moment of waiting, Lieutenant-Commander Astrid Jameson and her niece Athena Larkinson entered the courtyard.
They strode towards the center and greeted Ves and Aurelia before sitting down.
As they did so, the pair of fleeters could not hide their curiosity and fascination for the gifts that the birthday girl received.
As Aurelia calmly sat in her chair and petted Clixie who was lying comfortably on her lap, her medallion continued to exude a compelling golden glow.
Meanwhile, Marigold Larkinson stood behind her seat like a maidservant who was ready to meet any request.
