Valemount.
The city had undergone drastic changes over the recent periods. From moments of decline to moments of prosperity. As the main city of the Evenus Household, it held a significant importance.
It was the trade hub for the Household, and where most merchants and branch-guilds could be found.
After a period of decline brought on by Aldric's schemes, the city had begun to recover. A sudden influx of funds was revitalizing it — Renovated roads, financial aid and subsidies for local businesses, and generous tax reliefs all fueling the resurgence.
This naturally brought a sudden rise in the city's population.
The place was a lot livelier than Linus had remembered. Walking down the cobblestone road while lowering his hat to hide his face, Linus looked around him in surprise.
'...It's thriving quite well.'
The place was clean, and the people no longer looked gloomy.
It was clear that his father's work had made all of this possible.
And of course...
