As Alpheo went around the table, introducing each man with a blend of humor and merriment , Ilbert's initial assumption solidified: these men had been companions of the prince consort during his mercenary days. Their relaxed demeanor, shared jokes, and the ease with which they addressed one another spoke of bonds forged not through titles, but through battle and shared blood.
The first one he was presented of the bunch of commoners was Asag, he did not leave that much of an impression, he was not that tall nor he seemed to be adept with the sword, the only unusual thing about him was his burnt-scar, that he tried to hide with hair that fell onto the side of his face , but that were still visible whenever he turned his head around.
