Inside the magnificent, towering grand hall of the Royal Palace of the Oykot Kingdom, morning light filtered through an ornate crystal chandelier, casting a dazzling glare across the polished marble floor.
The morning assembly was unusually lively, and the sole topic of discussion was the declaration of war by the Sypher Kingdom.
King Karl sat upon his throne, a massive figure draped in lavish attire. The jewels on his crown flashed blindingly in the sunlight. His face was slightly bloated, and his eyes were so small they were barely open, giving off an impression of cunning and conceit. Upon hearing of Sypher's declaration, the corners of his mouth twitched upward into a mocking sneer, revealing crooked, uneven teeth.
Chapter 29