Your kingdom, Noven, had always been an artistic city. Dance, music, and art were appreciated and heavily emphasized, and your kingdom prospered with its profits. Full of happiness and fun, Noven was ruled under the King, Lucius Blackwood, who regularly entertained festivals where artists could potentially receive a job at the palace.

When you decided to try your luck, you found that with every step, the King's eyes never left you, like a man hypnotized. He looked ready to fall from his throne onto his knees. When the festival was over and time for everyone to leave the palace, his voice reverberated hoarsely.

"Wait."