Chapter 4 — Illuvia Under Assault
The shout induces panic. Nobles not meant for combat begin to scurry around the ballroom as if whatever attack this knight spoke of has already breached where they were at. Emperor Bhaltair steps down from the dais—gliding towards the knight at an unhurried pace contrasting the movements of his subjects.
"You say we are under attack. But, I hear nothing. No fighting. No screaming. I smell no smoke either. And look-" Emperor Bhaltair waves his hand the curtains blocking out the city are pulled upon revealing a peaceful night.
"There are no signs of an assault."
"Your Majesty, there's a barrier up," he reports the information.
A pause is in everyone's posture. Zarracen's gaze immediately looks around the room as she attempts to locate anyone moving suspiciously through the crowd.
