"Your Highnesses!" exclaimed the Ambassador from Cordesia as he came running up to the dais upon which the Imperial Couple were enthroned.
Murmurs of shock echoed throughout the audience hall at this significant breach of etiquette. Oblivious to his faux pas, the ambassador quickly approached.
He did not even bow before the Imperial Couple. And although he addressed Daimon directly, he did not take his eyes off of Rowena.
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The Kingdom of Cordesia was a wealthy mid-size kingdom on the Eastern edge of the Dragorian Empire. They were known throughout the world for their scientific advances in astronomy and engineering. Their architecture reflected their interest in astronomy as all buildings were oriented towards the East in order to catch the rays of the rising sun through their doorways.