The thirty-third floor of the manor resembled a palace suspended above the city.
The floor beneath their feet was made of polished black stone veined with flowing streaks of gold. The surface reflected the lantern light like calm water, making every tile appear unreal. Formation patterns were carved beneath the jade in faint circular lines, pulsing with restrained heaven and earth energy.
Even the air felt richer here, carrying a cool fragrance mixed with sandalwood smoke and blooming spirit flowers.
It instantly made the guests feel at ease. However, it also induced a sense of majesty as tall pillars stood on both sides of the corridor, each carved from white crystalwood and wrapped with silver hydra motifs. Curtains of translucent silk drifted gently despite the absence of wind. At the far ends of the hall, open balconies overlooked the entire Bastion City beneath the clouds.
Rows of maids stood in silence, their pose quite disciplined.
