Gathering Information (2)
Ensuring Rex's visit was a secret, Queen Shanaela dispersed everyone inside the castle.
Guards and workers alike were told to take the day off.
Since the banquet of celebrations was held today, it was not suspicious of her to give them a break for the day—which was crucial in maintaining the belief that nothing, was happening. It was expected that some insisted on staying, but she managed to ward them off.
Now, there was nobody inside besides her and Rex.
It was the first time Rex visited the Elven Kingdom himself.
Other than the Dark Elves and Tigermen, he had never been to any other allied kingdoms.
Compared to the tone of his castle, the Elven castle greeted Rex with a refreshing, breath of air—saturated with the fragrance of blossoming, magical flora adorning both walls and floor, adding nature's colors to one's vision.
In a moment, the two arrived at an expansive chamber.