24th of the Morning Moon, Platinum Palace conference hall.
Senator Albert, who was wearing a purple-gold noble robe, pushed open the silver door that was embossed with dragons and swords and walked into the hall.
Instantly, the noisy conference hall fell silent. Everyone sitting around the long white marble table turned their gazes to him.
He stopped in his spot awkwardly. A few seconds later, the person on the towering throne at the end of the long table spoke.
"You're late, Senator Albert."
"Sorry… I originally thought it was…"
Albert immediately lowered his head.
"But fortunately, it has only just begun. Take your seat."
That person's words relieved Albert. He hurried to his seat and sat down.
