The sprawling halls of Chashire's noble estate were filled with a rare tension. Normally a place of calm deliberation and carefully masked disdain, the grand meeting chamber was alive with panicked voices. The unnamed members of the Nobles of Chashire, each representing one of the powerful families, were gathered to discuss the escalating unrest in their city.
"This situation is spiraling out of control!" one noble exclaimed, his hands trembling as he gestured emphatically. "The people are whispering about curses and divine wrath! It's only a matter of time before this panic disrupts our trade and reputation."
Another noble, her expression sharp and calculating, countered, "We've handled internal unrest before. Bringing in outsiders is unnecessary and shows weakness."