After the man in the owl mask and the man in the raccoon mask exited the room, the discussion within shifted to the division of North America, a metaphorical cake representing territories and resources.
Since this meeting was precisely about dividing this alluring and delicious cake, the absence of the owl and the raccoon mask wearers was noted but not lamented; in fact, their absence allowed for more candid discussions without concern for their objections later on.
As the meeting delved into the intricate details of dividing the metaphorical cake and resolving related issues, an abrupt change occurred. The mansion's alarm blared, and the mana powering the defensive magic formation surged to life.
A loud boom echoed through the mansion as a large explosion rocked the surroundings, sending shockwaves rippling through the air. Startled, the attendees in the meeting room swiftly rose from their seats and hurried outside to assess the situation.