With the High Emperor’s permission, Jake’s group was allowed to enter Sylvarium but they weren’t allowed to enter the High Castle. A modest accommodation was provided for them at a local inn as the High Empress explained the reasons behind it.
“I know your companions are quite close to you but it would create unnecessary complications if we allow them to stay at the castle. Even if you manage to convince my husband, the other nobles won’t agree to it. The elven Royals may have accepted you because you saved our people but most of them are stubborn old elves who do not like changing their views.”
“And what about you? What do you think about the humans and the gnomes?” asked Jake.
“I am quite different from the other elves. I think our prejudices only stop us from exploring new things and
