Lui led them from their quarters to the dining hall, her steps light yet purposeful. The corridor they traversed was modest compared to the grandeur of the main castle, yet even here, the intricate carvings on the wooden beams and the warm glow of candlelight hinted at the city’s ancient legacy.
Upon entering the hall, Jim, Jill, and Neil found themselves before a long dining table of polished mahogany, so vast it could seat at least eighteen. The flickering candlelight danced upon the silver platters and polished goblets, casting elongated shadows against the high stone walls. It was a setting fit for nobility, yet tonight, it belonged to them.
"Please, be seated," Lui said with a gentle smile, motioning towards a cluster of chairs near the table’s centre.
The three of them sat closely
