章 303: Announcement to the court

The grandeur of the royal hall echoed with the footsteps of ministers, courtiers, and various dignitaries as they made their way towards the impending court assembly. The air was charged with a mixture of anticipation and solemnity, each person aware that a significant announcement awaited them within the hallowed walls of the palace.

Ministers clad in elaborate robes, their faces etched with lines of responsibility and wisdom, strode purposefully, exchanging curt nods and discreet words. Courtiers, draped in finery that bespoke their standing, moved gracefully, their polished manners a testament to the refined etiquette of the royal court.

The hall, adorned with rich tapestries and heraldic symbols, witnessed a gathering of minds and power. The atmosphere crackled with a subdued energy, a blend of loyalty to the crown, and an underlying awareness of the weighty matters that would soon be discussed.