The next day…
The bright sun slowly set, giving way to a calm and quiet night.
But that silence did not extend to the Great Velmora Empire—especially not to its majestic and beautiful capital, Solvaria.
The streets were illuminated by yellow and white lanterns, bustling with crowds of people both in the city center and on the outskirts.
Today marked the Emperor's birthday. According to palace tradition, both today and tomorrow were declared public holidays for everyone in the empire.
That was why people from all walks of life had gathered, filling the capital with joy and celebration, offering prayers and well-wishes for the Emperor's long life.
The festivities weren't limited to the streets—they echoed within the Imperial Palace as well.
Adorned with decorations that had been prepared over the past four days, the palace now looked more magnificent and radiant than ever.
