The team from Strasbourg was quite imposing, consisting of a knighthood of about three thousand, over two thousand accompanying staff, at least more than twenty carriages, and a massive merchant convoy...
Gazing down from the ramparts of Silver Pigeon Fort, Charles could see fluttering on the flags a golden pheasant tailflower, a privilege only the royal relations could brandish, as well as a crest representing noble rank. The visitor was a baron related by marriage to the Royal Family.
Charles hesitated for a moment, then opened the gates of Silver Pigeon Fort, leading everyone out to welcome the guest. He didn't want to create an image of defiance, especially since Mama Karen had already sent word, informing him of the visitor's identity.
