Here's the refined and expanded version of your chapter, focusing on deepening the interaction between Solara and Aurelis, while also setting up the anticipation for the gathering:
As the tension gradually dissipated and the sanctuary's guardians began to relax, Canna seized the moment to regain everyone's attention. His voice, calm and commanding, cut through the lingering silence.
"Well, the show's over," Canna announced with a casual wave of his hand, his demeanor lightening the mood even further. "However, I have an announcement to make. There will be a gathering tonight. As always, everyone in the sanctuary is invited."
The sanctuary's inhabitants began to murmur amongst themselves, the earlier intensity of the confrontation slowly giving way to the excitement of the upcoming gathering. But just as the atmosphere began to fully settle, another presence made itself known, causing the crowd to fall silent once more.
