Chapter 38: The Jealous Knight
The luxurious carriage bearing the crest of House Premirer rolled through the grand gates of the imperial palace. The golden emblem shimmered beneath the morning sun, every carved detail deliberately flaunting the authority of this ancient and powerful family. The convoy headed straight toward the Moon Palace, with no intention of stopping at any ceremonial area.
House Premirer, the Grand Ducal family, stood at the pinnacle of the noble hierarchy, equal in status to the royal House of Velarent. By imperial decree, they were permitted to enter the palace without prior approval, needing only to send a notice, and were likewise exempt from performing full ceremonial formalities if they so wished.
Inside the cushioned carriage, Lukas Von Premirer meticulously adjusted the cuff button on his sleeve. Every movement was careful and deliberate, as though he were preparing for a grand banquet rather than an official meeting.
