The conference room in Henry's mansion was brightly lit.
Overhead hung a crystal chandelier—that's right, a crystal chandelier. It wasn't fitted with electric lights, but with tallow candles as thick as a man's forearm.
The conference table was crafted from precious sandalwood, and its rich fragrance filled the air for anyone sitting nearby.
The conference room was also adorned with various valuable oil paintings, all created by some of the world's most renowned artists. They had acquired significant artistic value over time.
Henry certainly lived up to his reputation as a Lord who loved luxury. The decor in the conference room wasn't even the most extravagant part of the mansion.
Henry's army had no money, yet everything in the Count's mansion was of the highest quality. He had truly spent all his money on appearances rather than substance.
