The Elders stand on one side of the room while the guardians gather on another, with the exception of Lucem, who is near the three men. As soon as Atelier enters the hall, they eye her like hawks. She can see the shock displayed on their faces - they make no effort to hide this, or their displeasure, but one of them – the one who looks to be the oldest – appears to smile at her. It isn't obvious, and she wonders if her eyes are playing a trick on her.
"Lords, may I present to you her highness, Sorceress Atelier, the 49th," Lucem announces. The Elders continue to stare, but say nothing and show no response otherwise. Lucem introduces them to her – Lord Priapus, Elder of Earth; Lord Achelous, Elder of Water; and Lord Jerain, Elder of Time. Only Jerain appears close to friendly.
"Only three?" Atelier blurts. Lucem cuts her a look but it comes a tad too late, because Priapus heard her. He harrumphs.
