The Walker clan's castle was glowing in the early morning light. Its polished stone caught the first rays of dawn as its spires penetrated the sky like spears of obsidian. Crimson flags embroidered with the clan's emblem, an iron wolf under a crescent moon, fluttered in the cool breeze along the walls.
From the courtyards to the kitchens, servants hurried with disciplined precision, their hands full of porcelain dishes, gilded trays, and steaming pots. The aroma of roasted meats, seasoned veggies, and pleasant lotus wine filled the air, signaling the importance of the day.
Today was no ordinary gathering. Today, the clan leader of Celestial Brook had been summoned.
