Philip acknowledges the rigid and unchanging nature of royal seats in Holtrien, where noble families have long upheld a strict hierarchy—a system that has endured for centuries. Initially, strength alone determined one’s rank and influence, but this changed with the arrival of Mr. Vazquez, who treats the world like a chessboard, personally deciding how many royal families can exist. Now, all the major houses have reached their limits, and the Cunningham family’s only option to rise is by unseating another family already at the top, specifically the Lloyds.

Luna argues that the Cunninghams have underestimated the Lloyd family, highlighting their unity and global influence. She emphasizes that the Lloyds’ power lies not just in their bloodline but in their seamless cooperation across generations, making them a formidable opponent. However, Philip counters that Mr. Vazquez’s control renders traditional strength irrelevant, comparing the situation to a chess game where the value of pieces depends on the player’s strategy rather than their inherent power.

Philip reveals that Mr. Vazquez's rise to power as National Advisor has allowed him to manipulate events on a global scale, including forcing Reginald to flee years ago. He warns that the true battle is only just beginning and expresses concern that even he might eventually be overpowered by Vazquez. He places hope in the younger generation, like Luna and Andrew, to mature quickly while also wishing for them to retain their happiness and innocence.

The conversation is interrupted by a sudden crash, signaling that Wilder has made a move in this ongoing power struggle. Philip urges Andrew to seize this rare opportunity and grow stronger, warning that failure will lead to his destruction. Luna, now fiercely protective, vows not to let anything harm Andrew, rejecting the idea of being a pawn in others' games and promising to eliminate anyone who threatens their destiny.

Philip is momentarily taken aback by Luna’s transformation from a calm student to a determined warrior, all driven by the young man on the screen, whose fate now seems intertwined with the unfolding conflict.