The elf king narrowed his eyes as no matter how much he wanted to probe this mysterious group of four, he seemed unable to gain any insight. The cloaks they wore were thick and they wore masks to cover their faces. Hardly he could guess their expression from their gestures.
A butler suddenly stepped in and stood right in front of the king before bowing with his eyes close. "The foods and beverages are ready, Your Majesty."
"Good," the king nodded before he stood up. "My guests, suppose I can barely guess that you four came here with empty stomachs?"
"Hahaha," the four of them laughed before the usual lips of the group answered, "We have eaten before of course but never in your prestige kingdom, Your Majesty."
"Hmm, is that so?" The king creased.
"Indeed so, Your Majesty, I dare not lie in front of a king."
