Dominic tried not to laugh as the rather drunk General tried and failed to escape from the techno Witch with her collection of sobriety potions.
Instead, he followed Alexis inside to greet the guests.
"You know, this might be the biggest event that the Duchy is ever going to host? Six Monarchs all in one spot hasn't happened in generations, even for the ascension of a new King, it is usually only the Crown Princes, and perhaps one or two of the neighbouring Monarchs who attend.
Yet, we've manage to get so many of them here for a mere trade alliance." Alexis noted.
"Don't jinx it. Things have been going so well. I will be happy if we can get through the tournament without any more major attacks, political manoeuvres or attempted assassinations."
Alexis laughed. "There aren't many major threats left among the gathered nations, but if you think that there are days without an assassination plot, you greatly misunderstand the nature of being a King.
