The sun was setting and the light was fading as the four members of the council gathered at the Empire's gazebo. The Commissioner had invited them for tea, and they all wondered why he had summoned them so suddenly. The Commissioner was known for his cunning and his ability to get what he wanted, and the council members were wary of him. They all took their seats, Lord Darios, Lord Jameson, Lord Erickson, and Lord Henderson each of them silently exchanging glances as they waited for the Commissioner to speak.
"Gentlemen," the Commissioner greeted as Lord Darios, Lord Jameson, Lord Erickson, and Lord Henderson took their seats at the empire's gazebo.
"Thank you for joining me today," the Commissioner continued. "I wanted to discuss some important matters with you all."
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