"What? Your Majesty? A hunting festival?" V was astonished upon hearing Ares' explanation after days of handling preparations for the arrival of the Golden Order delegation. "I haven't heard anything about it."
Ares had spent the entire day in V's study, observing her every move from his seat. Today, he lingered longer than usual, bringing her fresh scarlet carlson flowers from Heavenswater.
"It was Kaius' suggestion. Vonstein and Balthazaar were enthusiastic in their approval. What's interesting is that, this time, the wives of the Golden Order leaders can participate.
"If Verena joins, you'll need to be cautious around her. She's a master strategist—you must never underestimate her. She could be four steps ahead of us at any given moment."
V chuckled softly as she finished stamping the insignia on a magical invitation that would soon spread across Alverton. "I haven't had the chance to speak with them much. I wanna know them better, Your Majesty.
