"Everybody," Isra called out from atop the balcony as the hall slowly silenced. They marveled at her beauty for a couple of seconds. The black dress that clung to her body perfectly matched her black hair. Many shook their heads to clear their thoughts.
With clear heads their true thoughts about the situation surfaced. Some were nervous, thinking she may be here to enact Alfred's will. Others were confused as to why the Empress would come to the city and not straight to Almaris. Esmond made sure to watch every reaction and he did notice a few strange ones.