New Brittania, Venta City
Earlier that day, Emery had visited his father's grave to pay his respects. Now, his journey brought him to Venta.
What was once a modest trade outpost on the border had grown into a sprawling metropolis—the fifth largest city in Brittania. The streets bustled with merchants, craftsmen, and travelers, while tall stone walls framed the vibrant markets within. One detail, however, stood out to Emery: there were scarcely any Roman soldiers in sight. Instead, the city's safety was entrusted to private armies—knights sworn to the Round Table—whose polished armor gleamed as they patrolled the avenues.
Venta had prospered. Yet even as the city thrived, Emery's heart was unsettled. Only yesterday he had bid farewell to a dear friend. And today, he stumbled upon another sorrow.
