Time slowly trickled by, and the nobles' discussions gradually fell silent.
In the midst of this prolonged wait, an impatient noble couldn't resist drawing aside the curtain on one side of the hall.
The dim light before dawn faintly illuminated outside, and accompanying the sight of the palace courtyard were the Royal Palace Guards standing tall and surrounding the area.
The strict control forbidding passage had already subtly hinted at something to those within the hall, spreading speculation among the crowd.
Suddenly, several Dusk Blood Guards entered the hall, approached several Great Nobles, and respectfully whispered in their ears.
Then, they all left the Twilight Hall together.
Leon silently observed the departing dignitaries and lords from a corner.
