Although countless thoughts were swirling in his mind, Ruth still politely invited the Sia Eight Rings, who were reluctant to immediately say their farewells, to take a seat.
At first, he thought they would just exchange a few pleasantries, state their main intentions... neither of the two leaders of the Sia Tower would meet with Ruth's party... and they would leave immediately.
After all, although the Eighth Rings from the three factions were present, they didn't have the status to discuss important future matters directly with Ruth.
This welcoming ceremony was merely the first round of a formal reception.
According to formal etiquette, this reception should be divided into three rounds: the welcomers are young individuals of slightly lower status in the faction but very important... in the world of mages, they are naturally one rank lower than the visitor, but are considered the future of their faction.
