Chapter 176

Maxi held the door handle as she waited for a reply. Ludis hesitated, a troubled expression on her face.

"His lordship ordered that the guests be served food upon their arrival," said the maidservant reluctantly. "They will likely be in the dining hall."

As soon as she heard the answer, Maxi swung open the door and stepped out. Though she was aware of Ludis's quick steps behind her, she ignored her and hurried down the stairs.

Servers bustled about bearing trays laden with wine and food. Ignoring their surprised faces, Maxi cautiously approached the dining hall. She ducked into the corridor just outside, where the sonorous voices of the knights filtered through. The men spoke in a mixture of Southern and Western languages, and the only thing she could discern was that they were talking about stallions and weapons. It was difficult to pick out further details.