One month had passed while Lucen was in the middle of making his play. He and his Father had stayed in Caelhart for more than they had anticipated.
Since there were only a few monster attacks happening at the moment, Vardon decided to stay until Lucen finished his play.
He could not leave his son alone in the Capital, especially now that his fame had become greater. The many snakes in the Capital would try and take a bite out of Lucen the second Vardon leaves his side.
The nobles of Caelhart had already begun circling. Invitations to feasts, subtle inquiries about his play, veiled offers of patronage, Lucen received them all, yet he could see the hidden fangs behind their smiles.
During this one month, Lucen didn't just focus on making the play, but he did many other things.