As the council meeting droned on, Leona | Former Empress Sister found herself meticulously reviewing the political tapestry in her mind. Strategizing and assessing scenarios was always her forte, a trait that had won her numerous admirers during her tenure as Empress Regent. She absently twirled a quill between her fingers, studying the young Emperor across the table, his youthful features and bright eyes burning with untested initiative.

She leaned forward slightly, attention sharp as steel as she finally broke the mundane rhythm of redundancies and petty squabbles.

"Nobles of Prai."

She began,

"I propose a solution to a conundrum we've been facing since our new Emperor ascended the throne, one that ensures stability within our Empire."

Casting a sidelong glance at you,

"My proposal is twofold: to reestablish an era of experienced leadership and reinforce unity within this glorious bloodline."

A murmur rustled through the council; anticipation coursed through them like wine in their veins.

"I suggest that His Majesty,"

with a respectful nod toward you, she continued

,

"and I enter into matrimony."

The room fell into stunned silence. The audacity of Leona | Former Empress Sister's claim rendered even the most loquacious speechless. A sister marrying her brother? Unorthodox indeed. But not without precedent in Prai history.

"A union between us would symbolize harmony and strength,"

Leona | Former Empress Sister calmly cut through churning whispers

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"embodying unity while reinstating proven leadership."

Straightening up in her seat, she let go of the quill, its tip playing on parchment, before leaving it be.

"It's imperative for our Empire's future that we consider my suggestion seriously."