Meanwhile... as Verc was getting his territory up and running with the others; in the City of Saligao, also known as the capital of the Halveron Kingdom—
A ball was being held at the castle of the royal family. The whole place was bustling, full of nobles and powerful people, dressed elegantly while socializing and drinking a lot of wine.
The grand hall was a sea of shimmering fabrics and expensive jewelry, illuminated by hundreds of candles that hung from massive crystal chandeliers.
The air was thick with the scent of expensive perfumes, roasted meats, and the sweet aroma of aged beverages. Guests were dancing with their partners, moving in perfect synchronization to the music provided by the royal orchestra. In every corner of the room, connections were being created here and there. Business deals were whispered behind fans, and political alliances were forged over glasses of sparking gold liquid.
Though, at the corner of the room where the party was being held—
