On his left sat one of the most powerful figures he had ever encountered - likely one of the most formidable mages in existence. The man's sheer presence radiated an aura of strength and authority that few could match. On his right was Zoe, a rising star among their generation of mages and a world-renowned celebrity, who was known amongst mages as the Flame Princess.
Despite that, Ryan's attention was elsewhere.
Directly in front of him was a spread of food so vast and delicious that it was almost overwhelming. The table was laden with all kinds of dishes - roast meats that glistened under the soft light, fresh vegetables prepared in ways he had never seen, and desserts that looked almost too good to eat. The aroma alone was enough to make his mouth water, and he could feel his stomach rumble in anticipation.
