"Welcome to Valoria, esteemed guests," he spoke hurriedly, visibly anxious yet maintaining respectful composure.
Seris calmly approached the guard captain, handing over a small pouch of copper coins to cover the entrance fees.
Orion briefly raised an eyebrow, mildly surprised by the simplicity of the city's system, but chose to refrain from questioning it openly, instead stepping forward confidently into Valoria alongside his companions.
As they entered the city's outer area, Orion and the group carefully observed their surroundings. Unlike Thunderpeak Kingdom's bustling and prosperous capital, Valoria's outer city felt humble, worn, and burdened by war.
Simple wooden stalls lined the streets, merchants loudly calling out their wares—fresh produce, basic tools, and inexpensive fabrics.
