A/N: Moonman2633 coming in clutch again with another castle. Special thanks to you, bro.
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Right in the highest tier of the stadium was a viewing box separated from the general seating by enough distance and enough stone to make the noise below feel like something happening in another world.
Two chairs faced the arena, a low table between them carrying a spread of refreshments that neither man had paid particular attention to since sitting down.
Le Fay absentmindedly reached for a grape, dropped it into his mouth, and turned to Barlas with a smile. "Using Rollo as officiator. That was a good choice."
"Thank you," Barlas said.
"I mean it. The crowd's reaction alone was worth it. I'm sure even more people will come tomorrow, just for the chance of seeing him. You might even break the record for highest attendance at a tournament in your city." Le Fay selected another grape. "Smart."
