บท 370: Treasured History

"Welcome to the Tower of Balam! This is the first floor: the lounge hall! It is the paradigm of relaxation!" 

Gerund introduced the initial floor that housed comfortable looking furniture, paired with a warm fireplace, snug rugs, and the overpowering aroma of savory delicacies. The bulk of the enticing aroma came from the window clearly leading to the culinary quarters, as workers dressed in white uniforms retrieved and delivered dishes. 

Naturally, Ren scanned the wide lobby, finding what he was looking for as he noticed a few, sparse other challengers resting in the lobby. 

One particular person caught his eye: a large, hulking man with unkempt hair as intense as flames. He only wore a sleek, dark-leather vest that was studded with what looked like magic gemstones, strapped in tandem with pouches that Ren surmised probably housed tools made for violence.