Chapter 769: Gala and Audacity
Inside his quarters, Ethan had sprawled out on the massive feather bed, resting with his arms behind his head after the long journey. However, his nap was short-lived. Three hurried knocks on the door interrupted his rest, followed by the entry of a group of imperial maids carrying a heavy sandalwood chest with extreme caution.
"Deputy General, by order of His Majesty Alaric, we deliver your official armor for the audience," the head maid announced with a bow before retreating.
Ethan got up lazily and opened the chest. A dazzling golden light nearly blinded him: it was a full treasure-grade armor custom-forged by the royal court. It featured dragon-jaw pauldrons, embedded runic gems, and a breastplate so highly polished it could double as a mirror.
"Way too flashy..." Ethan muttered, shaking his head.
