The dual press conferences went without a hitch, and the point was made. Across the city, and internationally.
Uncle Tom had fucked up, and the S Classes that were 'listening' to him, were breaking their chains. They had also selected the person that they wanted to take his place.
It was surprisingly peaceful after that had been announced and Uncle Tom? Well, it turned out that he wasn't on the front lines anymore. Had probably escaped during the fuss with the general store. That was the theory at least, since Sergei and Sakura's people had been looking for him with a vengeance.
Rhys didn't appear to be too worried. Nor was Kellen's Mom or Dad. They all seemed to know that he was going to come back, especially since he had left his wife behind. His precious wife, who Kellen's Mom had made sure to bring her to the tower to keep her safe, while also letting her know what he had been up to.