Taking a breath, Rowen stepped forward, his eyes fixed on the tall glass doors of the Cornerstone. As he approached, the doors slid open with a quiet hiss, and the cool air from inside brushed against his skin.
The first floor of the Cornerstone was open to anyone. The wide lobby spread out with polished stone floors that reflected the glow of mana-lamps embedded in the ceiling. Transparent display boards hovered in the air, showing notices, monster alerts, and federal announcements.
Here, clerks sat behind a long reception desk, directing newcomers to the right place. On this level were several departments—records, disputes, trade permissions, and security offices—but the most popular were the guidance rooms.
Each guidance room was marked by glowing signs above the door:
Mage Department, Knight Department, Tamer Department, and there are many more.
