The High Judicature's visit to the palace had been heralded by a letter addressed to the king, who had taken care to prepare for their arrival.
As the gates groaned open, two stately carriages rolled into the palace courtyard.
From within emerged the esteemed members with the dignity befitting their station. Where there had been but four emissaries on their prior visit, today they numbered seven.
As they strode into the palace, the maids and servants acknowledged their presence with humble bows of the head.
"This way, if you please," Zayd said, guiding them through the grand halls toward the dining chamber, where the royal family had already gathered for their morning repast.
Upon reaching the dining hall, the great doors were drawn open, and the Judicature entered. Their presence filled the chamber, an air of authority trailing behind them.
