Trial (2)

Prior to visiting Deja, Contingent was the biggest city Ashton had stepped foot into. But Upon seeing Deja, the capital city of Lycania, Ashton's perception of big changed drastically. Deja was at least twice as big as Contingent and the atmosphere was much livelier. 

Also, unlike Contingent, no one stopped their vehicle and they were given a safe passage straight to the palace, which was located at the heart of the city. The palace was surrounded by huge walls with multiple watchtowers towering over the city at regular intervals. 

As they headed inside, Ashton was surprised to see the beautiful gardens full of lavish flowers and exotic plants as well over a hundred people tend to them. Other than that, the soldiers were patrolling every inch of the palace with their hawk-like eyes.