Augustus and Arielle were guided to the grandiose-looking building in Oakwood, which was located in the center of the city.
"This is the place, sir. I'll have to go back to work. You enjoy yourself," the attendant left without saying anything.
Augustus stepped into the grandiose building which is supposed to be an Inn, greeted by an indifferent receptionist who regarded him with a hint of condescension. The receptionist's expression seemed to suggest that Augustus was just another ordinary guest in a sea of faces.
However, as Augustus confidently presented his card, the receptionist's eyes widened, his demeanor undergoing a sudden transformation. The air of superiority dissipated, replaced by a mix of surprise and deference. In that fleeting moment, the receptionist realized that Augustus was no ordinary customer—he was a VIP, someone of importance.
"I would like a room and a meal," Augustus said.
