Standing next to the Imperial Knight-Captain, Lilith waited for the Emperor to make his appearance so she could go back to her duties. She listened to the various people who had been coming in, gathering in the room, no doubt also called in by the Emperor. She was amazed at the chatter she was hearing. In the middle of a crisis, some of them seemed more preoccupied about politics, titles and ranks, than about finding the missing person.<br/><br/>The Guard Captain had always been completely disinterested in politics. Maybe it was because she wasn't a noble, or maybe because she wasn't originally from this country. Either way, the whole deal seemed like nothing but petty power plays. Blocking off most of the chatter in her head, she concentrated on her duties, the protection and security of the castle and it's surrounding town.<br/><br/>At one point, a guard came in and saluted her. Lilith was releaved to see the Lieutenant come in for his hourly report. At least she could always count on her troops to do their jobs, she had trained them well. "Hi Captain, sorry to bother you. The latest search party came back, still no sign of her. I'll send the next group out." Lilith nodded at the man. "Oh it's no bother, believe me. Carry on." The guard saluted, then turned around, leaving the room.<br/><br/>Lilith went back to waiting.