The Velvet Lotus palace wasn't massive, but its presence was unmistakable. Every floor had been crafted with care and precision, every piece of décor tailored to evoke a sense of profound serenity.
There were no unnecessary ornaments. Every detail, every arrangement, served a purpose.
"This is amazing… Way better than my lab," Cambela muttered, disbelief lacing her voice.
"This is nothing—" Victoria replied with a smug grin, eager to show off. "The upper floors are even better. You don't even need to step inside the main chamber to feel their effects."
Jeremy and Cambela exchanged intrigued glances. If the lower floors were already this impressive… what awaited above?
"She's right, Lady Victoria speaks the truth," Isa, their escort, chimed in. "Many have found enlightenment in these rooms. That's why the cost is so steep."
After several minutes of ascending stairs and walking through hushed corridors, they finally arrived.
