In the two weeks Alexander partied and enjoyed his time in the capital, he also got to know the people.
Particularly he got to know them in a special party held especially for him, which was arranged by Ptolomy to inaugurate him to Adhania's noble circle.
There, at the large ball, dressed in their finest, Alexander got to meet almost all the nobles that had come for the pilgrimage, including both who were loyal to Ptolomy and those who detested him.
There were of course a few from both sides.
On the friendly side, Alexander met his most recent retainer Jamider (Earl) Tikba, along with a few of the other twelve, exchanging some close pleasantries with them.
But such friendly interactions were rare like chicken's teeth.
