The Guild Hall buzzed with noise as Adventurers exchanged mock disdain and puzzled looks, all eyes fixed on the receptionist's desk.
There stood Sage, wearing a simple, innocent smile that seemed almost predatory as he surveyed the crowd like a shepherd eyeing his flock.
He maintained an upright posture behind the desk, relaxed yet deliberate, hands resting lightly on a thick stack of freshly printed books. The covers shimmered in the sunlight streaming through the windows, their gold-embossed titles almost demanding attention.
"The Adventurer Guild Rule Book: Authored by Sage Alistair: The Guildmaster."
Sage tapped the topmost book sharply enough to slice through the surrounding chatter.
"Alright," he said pleasantly, his calm voice carrying effortlessly across the hall. "Everyone relax and pay attention; this is really important. It's not like I announced a tax increase or something."
A burly Adventurer near the front crossed his arms. "You kind of did."
