Chapter - 106
After the dances had ended, there was a grand buffet set for the guests, where they dined on lavish delicacies. Tables overflowed with dishes: roasted pheasant glazed with honey, exotic fruits, and desserts that seemed almost too beautiful to eat. The King himself joined the mingling, raising his goblet to toast those who had come to celebrate the kingdom's resilience and future.
As the night approached its close, King Amarc rose once more from his throne, commanding the room's attention with a wave of his hand. Silence fell almost immediately, and the crowd turned to face him.
"Before we conclude this magnificent evening," the King began, his deep voice echoing through the hall, "there is one final matter to address." He gestured toward Jacob, who was standing near the edge of the gathering. "It is only fitting that we honor the bravery and sacrifice of the man who protected my daughter. Jacob Turner, step forward."
