282 [Mist of Nothingness]

Yalefu, Royal Palace.

When the carriage bearing the Franzel family crest once again entered this place, Reiger had once again visited this chalk-white castle.

However, this visit to the royal palace was different; Reiger could distinctly feel that the atmosphere here had undergone a significant change compared to last time.

Last time, because it was an award ceremony, Reiger saw many nobles here, dressed in splendor as they hurried to the audience room, chatting merrily, creating a festive atmosphere.

But this time, the royal palace seemed to have turned into a heavily guarded fortress. Everywhere, fully armed knights could be seen running back and forth in groups, their movements hasty and their presence intimidating, visibly filling the entire space with tension.

"It seems this has given quite a shock to the royal family."